Authentic Carbonara Recipe with Local Ingredients

Experience the authentic taste of Italy with this classic Carbonara recipe. This dish is simple yet incredibly delicious and made with fresh local eggs, high-quality Italian guanciale from Italian Kitchen & Deli at Grove Hall Farms in Duncan, BC, Vancouver Island, and the finest Italian cheese.

Yields: 4 servings

Servings: 4

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cooking Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients:

• 400g spaghetti

• 200g guanciale diced

• 100g Pecorino Romano cheese, finely grated

• Four large local eggs

• Freshly ground black pepper

• Salt, to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente.

2. Cook the Guanciale: While the pasta is cooking, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced guanciale and cook until it is crispy and golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

3. Beat the Eggs: In a bowl, beat the eggs and mix in the grated Pecorino Romano cheese. Season—season with a generous amount of freshly ground black pepper.

4. Combine Pasta and Guanciale: When the pasta is done, reserve a cup of the pasta water and drain the spaghetti. Add the hot pasta to the skillet with the guanciale and toss to combine.

5. Create the Sauce: Quickly pour the egg and cheese mixture over the pasta, tossing continuously to create a creamy sauce. Add reserved pasta water a little at a time if the sauce is too thick.

6. Serve: Serve immediately, garnished with additional grated Pecorino Romano and a sprinkle of black pepper.

Authentic Carbonara Recipe