From the Cook
1/2
Spaghetti Carbonara
Instructions
1
|
Cook spaghetti in generously salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta water and drain.
2
|
In a bowl, mix egg yolks, Pecorino, and Parmesan into a thick paste.
3
|
Start guanciale in a cold pan. Turn heat to medium and cook until crispy and browned. Remove guanciale and reserve about 2 tablespoons of rendered fat.
4
|
Add guanciale fat and lots of black pepper to the egg and cheese mixture. Stir to combine.
5
|
Let the pasta pan cool slightly. Add drained pasta, the egg-cheese mixture, and a splash of pasta water off heat.
6
|
Stir quickly to emulsify the sauce without scrambling the eggs.
7
|
Add crispy guanciale and more cheese and pasta water as needed until creamy.
8
|
Top with more black pepper and grated cheese before serving.
My Calorie Intake
Review & Earn
Be the first to review this recipe and earn a 20% Bonus
Level up & unlock free Premium by reviewing recipes!
My Notes
Your kitchen notebook is waiting.
Whether it's a recipe tweak or an inspiration burst — jot it down here.
Tips & Tricks (5)
- Temper Your Eggs 🥚Slowly whisk hot pasta water into egg yolks to gently raise their temperature and prevent scrambling, ensuring a silky smooth sauce.
- Guanciale Crisp Technique 🥓Start guanciale in a cold pan and render slowly to maximize fat extraction and achieve a perfectly crisp texture without burning.
- Reserve Pasta Water Wisely 💧Save at least 1 cup of starchy pasta water before draining, which is crucial for adjusting sauce consistency and creating emulsification.
- Cheese Grating Hack 🧀Grate Pecorino and Parmesan fresh and at room temperature to ensure smoother melting and more even sauce distribution.
- Off-Heat Magic 🔥Remove pasta from heat before adding egg mixture to prevent scrambling, using residual pan heat to gently cook and create a creamy sauce.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Low Sugar
My Calorie Intake
Smart Nutrition 
Nutrition Per Serving
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Glycemic Analysis
Glycemic Index
Glycemic Load
More Recipes by These Carbs Don't Count
Check out more These Carbs Don't Count content!Browse These Carbs Don't Count recipes!
No Recipes Available
EXPLORE
Looking for more?
Use our smart searchtool, explore by category, or browse your customized food feed.