Wednesday, January 9, 2013

Carbonara

1 lb rice rotini
1/2 c garlic infused EVOO (refer to Cheesy hamburger and pasta post)
1/4 lb pancetta, chopped
1 tsp red pepper flakes
1/2 c white wine or chicken broth
2 lg egg yolks
1/2 c grated Romano, Parmesan or a combination
handful of finely chopped parsley for garnish

1.  Boil noodles to al dente (about 7 minutes) with a generous portion of salt.  Drain, reserving 1/2 c pasta water.  
2.  In large skillet over med heat, add olive oil and pancetta.  Brown about 2 minutes, then add red pepper flakes, cooking 2 more minutes.  Add wine/broth and stir up all pan drippings.  
3.  Beat yolks then add 1/2 c pasta water.  Add drained pasta to skillet and mix with sauce.  Add eggs and mix until just combined.  Serve with romano and parsley garnished on top with a salad.  

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