Spaghetti alla carbonara
Italian
Vegetarian
Quick30 min
ItalyMain course
Spaghetti alla carbonara
Roman carbonara with guanciale, egg yolks, pecorino, a little Grana Padano, and plenty of black pepper.
4 servings
30 min
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Cuisine
Italian
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