Spaghetti Alla Carbonara from Feast Cookbook

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 1
Indulge in authentic Italian flavors with Spaghetti Alla Carbonara from Feast Cookbook
in Pasta

Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb spaghetti
2 cups cubed pancetta or 2 cups bacon
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup dry white wine ( I used vermouth ) or 1/4 cup vermouth ( I used vermouth )
4 eggs
1/2 cup parmesan cheese , freshly grated ( I used more of course )
black pepper
1/4 cup heavy cream
freshly grated nutmeg ( did n't freshly grate , but it was fine )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
945
Sugar
6g
Fat
59g
Spaghetti Alla Carbonara is a traditional Italian pasta dish that is thought to have originated in Rome. The dish is simple yet incredibly satisfying, made with spaghetti tossed in a creamy sauce of eggs, parmesan cheese, and pancetta or bacon. The sauce is typically made by adding eggs and cheese to the hot pasta, using the residual heat to cook the eggs and creating a rich and silky sauce. Spaghetti Alla Carbonara is often enjoyed with a simple green salad or crusty bread.

Instructions

1.Boil spaghetti in salted water until al dente.
2.In a skillet, sauté pancetta/bacon in olive oil until crispy.
3.Deglaze the pan with white wine/vermouth, scraping up any brown bits.
4.In a bowl, beat eggs together with parmesan cheese and black pepper.
5.Drain the spaghetti and reserve 1 cup of pasta water.
6.Add spaghetti to the skillet with pancetta/bacon and toss.
7.Remove from heat and add egg mixture and heavy cream. Toss to combine and add pasta water to create a creamy sauce.
8.Season with freshly grated nutmeg and additional parmesan cheese if desired.

PROS

Spaghetti Alla Carbonara is a classic Italian dish that is simple yet incredibly flavorful.

The combination of salty pancetta/bacon with creamy egg and parmesan cheese makes for a satisfying and indulgent meal.

The dish comes together quickly and easily, perfect for busy weeknights.

CONS

This dish is high in calories and fat due to the heavy cream and pancetta/bacon.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Some people may find the dish too rich for their taste.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Spaghetti Alla Carbonara is not the healthiest meal option, it does contain a good amount of protein from the eggs and pancetta/bacon.
Parmesan cheese is a good source of calcium and phosphorus, important for bone health.
Black pepper has been linked to promoting digestive health and aiding in nutrient absorption.

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