Linguine Carbonara
On June 27, 2006 in Different Dinner Project, Recipes
8 ounces linguine
4 egg yolks
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 slices pancetta bacon, sliced
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
water
salt and pepper
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add a generous pinch of salt, then the linguine.
- Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the pancetta. Reduce heat to low and cook until just browned.
- When linguine is al dente, remove from the water (do not drain) and add it to the pancetta.
- Whisk together egg yolks, parmesan and about 1/2 cup of the pasta water.
- Mix the sauce into the linguine and bacon and season with salt, pepper and a light dash of nutmeg. Serve immediately.
Makes 2 servings


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