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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
Water
Salt ½ tbsp
Oil 1 tbsp
Weikfield's Fusilli Pasta 1 cup
Olive oil 2 tbsp
Eggs 2 whole
Egg yolk 1
Processed cheese 1/2 cup grated
Boiled pasta water 2-3 tbsp
Black pepper 1 tsp

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

Boil the pasta as instructed on the packet.

2

In a pan, heat oil and add the boiled pasta. Mix well.

3

Add eggs and cheese, and combine thoroughly.

4

Pour in boiled pasta water and sprinkle black pepper. Mix well.

5

Transfer to a serving bowl

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Spaghetti alla CarbonaraRoman Carbonara
Local Name: Pasta alla Carbonara

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