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Pasta Carbonara

Cultural Context

Originating in Rome's working-class trattorias, Carbonara was a hearty meal for charcoal workers (carbonari). The dish celebrates simple ingredients—eggs, cured pork, cheese, and black pepper—transformed through technique. Today it's beloved worldwide, though purists insist on guanciale over bacon.

ItalianITLaziomain
20 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
4 oz guanciale (or bacon)
1 cup heavy cream
3 large eggs
1 cup Pecorino Romano cheese
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

guanciale

🥗Healthier: pancetta

💰Cheaper: bacon

Pancetta is more accessible, while bacon offers a budget-friendly option.

Pecorino Romano cheese

🥗Healthier: Parmesan cheese

💰Cheaper: Grana Padano

Parmesan is a lower-fat alternative, and Grana Padano is often less expensive.

1

Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente.

2

In a skillet, cook bacon until crispy.

3

Add cream to the skillet with bacon and stir to combine.

4

Toss the cooked pasta with the bacon and cream mixture.

5

Serve immediately.

Cooking Techniques

boilingmixingtossing

Equipment Needed

skilletlarge pot

Spice Level:

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Dietary

contains glutencontains dairy

Allergens

glutendairy

Also Known As

Spaghetti alla CarbonaraRoman Carbonara
Local Name: Pasta alla Carbonara

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