SPAGHETTI ALLA GRICIA
One of the 4 quintessential 'primi' from the Lazio region in Italy, this pasta is beautiful in its simplicity with soft guanciale and tangy Pecorino cheese. No onion, no garlic, no oil - this flavorful dish gets its character from slowly sauteeing the guanciale and then creating a creamy sauce with the pasta water and a bit of Pecorino Romano before tossing with thick spaghetti. With only 4 ingredients, this is also a quick meal when you're in a rush.
Provided by Buckwheat Queen
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally.
- While pasta cooks, immediately heat a nonstick pan over medium heat. Add guanciale and cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Add 1 ladle of pasta cooking water, stir, and cover pan. As pasta cooks, add another ladle of cooking water to the pan with the guanciale to create a sauce.
- At about 10 minutes of pasta cooking time, reserve a cup of cooking water and drain pasta. Add spaghetti to the pan with the guanciale; toss, adding reserved cooking water if necessary. Turn off heat. Add 1/3 the Pecorino Romano cheese to the pasta and toss until creamy.
- Divide pasta between 4 plates. Top each with remaining Pecorino Romano cheese and black pepper. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 875.4 calories, Carbohydrate 85.7 g, Cholesterol 73.1 mg, Fat 46.9 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 25.2 g, SaturatedFat 18.3 g, Sodium 276.2 mg, Sugar 3.2 g
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Jason Huff
[email protected]I've made this dish several times now, and it's always a hit. It's my go-to recipe when I'm short on time but still want to make something delicious. I highly recommend it!
tammy crampton
[email protected]This dish is a great way to impress your friends and family. It's easy to make, but it looks and tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant. I highly recommend trying this recipe.
Sportybet Balance Adder
[email protected]I'm a big fan of cacio e pepe, and I was curious to try this similar dish. I'm so glad I did! The sauce was just as creamy and flavorful, and the guanciale added a nice smoky flavor. I will definitely be making this dish again.
Karen Mammone
[email protected]I made this dish for a dinner party last night, and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the creamy, cheesy sauce and the crispy guanciale. I will definitely be making this dish again for future parties.
C Fernandez
[email protected]This pasta dish is a great way to use up leftover guanciale. I had some leftover from making carbonara, and I decided to try this recipe. I'm so glad I did! The sauce was delicious, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this
Jessica Akelate
[email protected]I'm a beginner cook, and this recipe was perfect for me. The instructions were clear and easy to follow, and the dish turned out great. I was especially impressed with the sauce, which was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this dish a
Edna Duveillaune
[email protected]This dish is a staple in my kitchen. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the simplicity of the ingredients, and the way they come together to create such a delicious meal.
Kwame Ofori
[email protected]Yum! Yum! Yum! I'm a huge fan of pasta alla gricia, and this recipe did not disappoint. The sauce was rich and flavorful, the guanciale was crispy and savory, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this dish again and again.
MD Sohel islam
[email protected]5 stars! This recipe is a keeper. I followed the instructions precisely, and the outcome was nothing short of spectacular. The pasta was cooked al dente, the sauce was velvety smooth, and the guanciale added just the right amount of saltiness. My fam
Ali Homosany
[email protected]This pasta dish is a true delight! The combination of simple, yet flavorful ingredients creates a harmonious balance that tantalizes the taste buds. The guanciale adds a rich, smoky depth that perfectly complements the creamy, cheesy sauce. The resul