Best 2 The Silkiest Carbonara Recipes
Carbonara, a classic Roman dish, is a simple yet delicious pasta recipe that can be elevated to new heights with the right ingredients and techniques. Achieving the perfect carbonara, with its rich, creamy sauce and velvety smooth texture, requires careful attention to detail and a few simple tricks. From selecting the finest quality pasta to understanding the art of tempering eggs, this guide will take you through the steps of creating the silkiest, most indulgent carbonara you've ever tasted. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will satisfy your taste buds and leave you craving more.
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THE SILKIEST CARBONARA
This yolk-heavy carbonara is beyond creamy-without cream!-with a heady mix of peppercorns (you can substitute black pepper for all and it's still great). It's unlike any clumpy carbonaras you've had. It's a pasta worth mastering.
Provided by Barbara Lynch
Categories Bon Appétit Cheese Egg Pasta Dinner Sugar Conscious Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield 4-6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Put guanciale in a large skillet and place over medium-low heat. Cook, stirring frequently, until fat renders but guanciale is not browned, about 5 minutes. Pour into a fine-mesh sieve set over a small bowl; reserve drippings. Transfer guanciale to a large bowl and let cool slightly. Add egg yolks and egg to bowl; whisk to blend.
- Meanwhile, cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, until al dente. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta cooking liquid.
- To egg mixture, immediately add rigatoni, 2 tablespoons pasta cooking liquid, and 1 teaspoon guanciale drippings; toss to coat. Working in 3 batches, gradually add Pecorino, stirring and tossing to melt between batches. Add green, pink, and white pepper (or 1 1/2-2 teaspoons black pepper); toss until sauce thickens, adding more pasta water by tablespoonfuls if needed. Season to taste with salt and black pepper.
- Divide among bowls. Garnish with Pecorino.
THE BEST CARBONARA
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
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.
Tips for Making The Silkiest Carbonara
- **Use high-quality ingredients.** This means using fresh eggs, pancetta (or guanciale), and Pecorino Romano cheese. Avoid using pre-packaged or grated cheese, as it will not melt as smoothly. - **Cook the pancetta (or guanciale) until it is crispy.** This will help to render out the fat and give the carbonara a rich, smoky flavor. - **Beat the eggs and cheese together until they are thick and creamy.** This will help to create a smooth and silky sauce. - **Add the cooked pasta to the egg and cheese mixture and toss to coat.** Be careful not to overcook the pasta, as it should still be slightly al dente. - **Serve the carbonara immediately, garnished with additional Pecorino Romano cheese and black pepper.** ###Conclusion
Carbonara is a classic Italian dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. By following these tips, you can make the silkiest, creamiest carbonara that will have your friends and family asking for seconds. Buon Appetito!
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