THE BEST CARBONARA

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Now this is our idea of comfort food. Creamy and rich, it's the quintessential dish for a chilly evening. We like to splurge every once in a while and add a knob of butter to the cheesy egg sauce just to round it out. We've left that option up to you, however. Either way, we can't think of a more classic or satisfying pasta dish.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Kosher salt
4 large eggs, plus 2 large yolks
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan, plus more for sprinkling
1/2 cup freshly grated Pecorino Romano
1 tablespoon coarsely ground black pepper
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature (optional)
1 pound spaghetti
One 12-ounce piece pancetta, cut into matchsticks

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.
  • Whisk together the eggs, yolks, Parmesan, Pecorino, pepper and butter if using in a large bowl until well combined.
  • Add the pasta and cook as the label directs. Reserve 1 cup cooking water, then drain the pasta.
  • Meanwhile, cook the pancetta in a large skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until crisp, about 8 minutes. Add the spaghetti and half the reserved pasta cooking water to the skillet and toss to combine.
  • Add the egg mixture and toss to coat. Cook, tossing continuously to avoid scrambling the eggs, until the sauce is creamy, thinning it with the remaining pasta water if it becomes too thick (it should be saucy but not watery), about 1 minute.
  • Divide the pasta among plates and sprinkle with more grated Parmesan.

ta kis
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This is my go-to carbonara recipe. It's simple, delicious, and always a crowd-pleaser.


Huzaifa Taimoor
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I'm not usually a fan of carbonara, but this recipe changed my mind. The sauce is so light and fluffy, and the pancetta adds a nice smoky flavor.


Rai Ahmed
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This is the best carbonara recipe I've ever tried! The sauce is so creamy and flavorful, and the pasta is cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again and again.


AbdulGhaffar Phulpoto
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I made this recipe for my family last night and they loved it! The sauce was so creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


A-alvin Legace
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it always turns out great. The sauce is so creamy and flavorful, and the pasta is cooked perfectly al dente.


Heidi
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I'm a big fan of carbonara, and this recipe is one of the best I've tried. The sauce is perfectly creamy and the pasta is cooked to perfection.


Tyler Marinko
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I love that this recipe uses pancetta instead of bacon. It gives the sauce a much more rich and flavorful taste.


Marie Gutierrez
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This is my go-to carbonara recipe. It's simple, delicious, and always a crowd-pleaser.


Lavolia
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I've made this recipe several times now and it always turns out great. It's a really easy recipe to follow, and the risultati are always delicious.


Anna Puthornsri
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I'm not usually a fan of carbonara, but this recipe changed my mind. The sauce is so light and fluffy, and the pancetta adds a nice smoky flavor.


Josh Price
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I made this recipe last night and it was a hit! My family loved it and said it was the best carbonara they've ever had.


Naveed Zafar
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This is the best carbonara recipe I've ever tried! The sauce is so creamy and flavorful, and the pasta is cooked perfectly al dente. I will definitely be making this again and again.