Rick Stein's Spaghetti Alla Carbonara

Indulge in the timeless elegance of Rick Stein's Spaghetti Alla Carbonara, a classic Italian favorite elevated with simple yet bold flavors. This recipe combines al dente spaghetti with crispy pancetta (or guanciale) and a luxuriously creamy sauce made from rich egg yolks, Pecorino Romano, and Parmesan cheese. The subtle garlic-infused olive oil adds depth, while freshly ground black pepper lends just the right kick to balance the dish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this traditional carbonara is the ultimate comfort food that's perfect for an authentic Italian dinner at home. Serve it piping hot, garnished with extra cheese for a decadent finishing touch.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams Spaghetti
• 150 grams Pancetta (or guanciale)
• 4 large Egg yolks
• 50 grams Pecorino Romano cheese, grated
• 50 grams Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 large Garlic clove
• 1 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil
• 0 to taste Salt
• 0 to taste Freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve about 1 cup of the pasta cooking water before draining.

Step 2

While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add the pancetta (or guanciale) and cook until it becomes crispy and golden, about 5 minutes. Crush the garlic clove lightly with the side of a knife, add it to the pancetta, and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes. Remove and discard the garlic.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, Pecorino Romano, Parmesan cheese, a pinch of salt, and a generous amount of freshly ground black pepper.

Step 4

Once the spaghetti is cooked and drained, immediately add it to the frying pan with the pancetta. Toss well to coat the pasta in the rendered fat.

Step 5

Remove the frying pan from the heat and quickly pour the egg and cheese mixture over the pasta, tossing vigorously to create a creamy sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta cooking water a tablespoon at a time until the desired consistency is reached.

Step 6

Serve immediately, garnished with extra grated cheese and freshly ground black pepper, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(746.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1975.3

Total Fat 121.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 50.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 943mg	0%
Sodium 6345.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 129.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.0g	0%
Total Sugars 4.1g
Protein 90.5g	0%

Vitamin D 73.2IU	0%
Calcium 1219.3mg	0%
Iron 9.8mg	0%
Potassium 651.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.4%

Protein: 18.4%

Carbs: 26.2%