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Traditional Barilla Spaghetti pasta Alla Carbonara

Traditional Barilla Spaghetti pasta Alla Carbonara

Simple Italian carbonara with creamy eggs, cheese, cured guanciale and black pepper

15 minutes total

Forever a classic, you can’t beat this 5-ingredient, traditional Italian recipe of Spaghetti Pasta Alla Carbonara—made with egg, pecorino romano cheese, cured guanciale and freshly ground black pepper. Combine these ingredients with al dente Barilla Spaghetti pasta for a perfect base to hold the creamy sauce. The best part is? This recipe is so quick and easy, you can enjoy it in just 15 minutes!

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Ingredients

Serves 2

1/3 box Barilla Spaghettini pasta
2 egg yolks
To taste black pepper
3/4 cup grated pecorino romano cheese
1/2 cup guanciale, or your choice of cured meat

Disclaimer

Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions. *Such a line meets the VEGAN, GLUTEN FREE, LACTOSE-FREE AND KOSHER needs

Method

Chef's tip

This recipe can also be made using Barilla Spaghetti or Spaghettoni Pasta.

Step 1

Cook Barilla Spaghetti pasta in a large amount of salted boiling water.

Step 2

In the meantime, separate egg whites from the yolks.

Step 3

In a mixing bowl, add egg yolks and 1/2 cup of the grated pecorino romano cheese and a handful of black pepper. Add some of the pasta water to the mix and whisk until smooth.

Step 4

In a non-stick pan, cook the guanciale cubes until they develop colour without adding any oil.

Step 5

Drain the Barilla Spaghetti pasta when at al dente. Set some of the pasta water aside to add flavour to the guanciale.

Step 6

Toss the guanciale in the egg and cheese mixture. Mix well, and add some of the pasta water if mixture needs to be thickened.

Step 7

Add Barilla Spaghetti pasta to mixture, coat well and serve immediately.

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Classic Blue Box

Classic Blue Box

Spaghettini

Spaghettini originates from Southern Italy and boasts thinner strands than traditional Spaghetti. Its delicate texture makes it ideal for light sauces and quick-cooking dishes, offering a simple yet satisfying option for pasta lovers.

  • Shape Long
  • Cook time 5 mins
  • Pack size 410 g
  • Range Classic Blue Box
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