Gwyneth Paltrow's carbonara

6 steps

Prep:5minCook:20min

Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 02:58:44 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Unbalanced

Glycemic Index

Moderate

Glycemic Load

146

High

Nutrition per serving

Calories2807 kcal (140%)

Total Fat120.4 g (172%)

Carbs259.9 g (100%)

Sugars11.3 g (13%)

Protein165.8 g (332%)

Sodium5141 mg (257%)

Fiber11.3 g (40%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Ingredients

1 servings

115gpancetta

or bacon, finely chopped

1egg

large

2egg yolks

240gparmesan cheese

finely grated, plus extra to serve

1 tspblack pepper

freshly ground, plus extra to serve

330gbucatini

Instructions

Step 1

Place pancetta in a cold frypan and place pan over medium heat. Cook, stirring, for 5-7 minutes until crispy.

Step 2

Whisk the egg, egg yolks, parmesan and pepper in a large bowl. Set aside.

Step 3

Bring a large pot of salted water to the boil over high heat. Cook the pasta according to the packet instructions or until al dente. Drain, reserving 1 cup (250ml) hot cooking liquid.

Step 4

Add pasta to bowl with cheese and eggs, tossing to evenly coat.

Step 5

Add the pancetta and any rendered fat from the pan to the bowl and toss to coat. Add the hot reserved cooking liquid 1 tbs at a time until the sauce is a creamy consistency.

Step 6

Scatter with extra parmesan and pepper, if desired. Season with salt to taste, then serve.