01/04/2025
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It's ! ๐ Elevate your pasta dinner with our recipe for Spaghetti alla Carbonara. We prefer to use egg yolks only to create a silkier, richer texture that is sure to make you swoon! ๐ฎ๐นโจ
Spaghetti alla Carbonara (with Egg Yolks)
Ingredients:
12 oz (340g) spaghetti (Mancini, Rustichella, or your favorite brand)
3 oz (85g) guanciale (or pancetta, if guanciale is unavailable), diced
4 large egg yolks
1/2 cup Pecorino Romano cheese, finely grated
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated
2 cloves garlic, peeled (optional, for flavor)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
A drizzle of Extra Virgin olive oil (optional)
Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook until al dente, about 9 minutes (or follow package instructions). Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
While the pasta cooks, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the guanciale and cook, stirring occasionally, until it becomes crispy and golden brown, about 4-5 minutes. If the guanciale is particularly lean, you can add a small drizzle of olive oil to help it crisp up. Remove the garlic cloves after a couple of minutes, if using, for flavor without overpowering the dish.
In a bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, Pecorino Romano, and Parmesan. Season with a pinch of salt and a generous amount of freshly ground black pepper.
Add the cooked spaghetti directly to the skillet with the crispy guanciale. Toss to combine and coat the pasta in the rendered fat. Turn off the heat and immediately pour the egg yolk and cheese mixture over the pasta. Toss quickly and thoroughly to create a creamy sauce. If the sauce seems too thick, gradually add the reserved pasta water a bit at a time until you reach your desired consistency.
Serve the pasta immediately, topped with additional grated Pecorino and a sprinkle of black pepper. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.
Buon appetito!