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Martha Stewart Pasta Carbonara

Creamy Martha Stewart Pasta Carbonara for Ultimate Comfort

Enjoy the rich, creamy flavors of Martha Stewart Pasta Carbonara, a classic Italian dish that combines simplicity with indulgence.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces Spaghetti or Bucatini pasta gluten-free pasta is a great substitution
For the Meat
  • 4 ounces Pancetta or thick-cut bacon guanciale is the traditional option
For the Sauce
  • 2 large whole eggs bring to room temperature
  • 4 large egg yolks more yolks equal more indulgence
  • 1 cup Pecorino Romano cheese or replace with all Parmesan
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese adds another layer of flavor
For Flavor
  • 2 cloves Garlic feel free to omit for less flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Salt for pasta water
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley optional for garnish

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Skillet
  • whisk
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Pasta Water: Bring a large pot of water to a boil and generously salt it until it tastes like the sea.
  2. Cook Pasta: Add spaghetti or bucatini to boiling water and cook until al dente, about 8–10 minutes. Reserve one cup of starchy pasta water before draining.
  3. Crisp Meat: Heat a skillet over medium heat, add diced pancetta, and cook until crispy, about 5–7 minutes. Add smashed garlic cloves for flavor and discard after browning.
  4. Mix Egg and Cheese: Whisk together whole eggs, egg yolks, grated Pecorino Romano, Parmesan cheese, and black pepper in a bowl until thick and creamy.
  5. Combine Pasta and Meat: Transfer drained pasta into the skillet with pancetta and toss in the bacon fat. Turn off the heat.
  6. Add Egg Sauce: Pour the egg and cheese mixture over the hot pasta, tossing vigorously to create a silky sauce.
  7. Adjust Consistency: Gradually add reserved pasta water until the sauce reaches a creamy consistency.
  8. Final Seasoning: Taste and adjust seasoning with additional Pecorino Romano or black pepper. Garnish with parsley if desired, and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 1000mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, use room temperature eggs and turn off the heat before adding the egg mixture to prevent scrambling.

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