Authentic Italian Carbonara

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Ingredients

• Eggs
• Guanciale or non-smoked pancetta
• Pecorino cheese
• Parmesan cheese
• Spaghetti or any pasta of your choice
• Black pepper
• White wine

Instructions

1. Cut guanciale or pancetta into small pieces and cook until crispy in a pan over medium heat.
2. In a bowl, whisk together eggs, pecorino cheese, and a little Parmesan cheese. Season with black pepper.
3. Cook the pasta in boiling salted water until al dente. Reserve some pasta water.
4. Deglaze the pan with a splash of white wine and let it evaporate.
5. Mix the cooked pasta with the egg and cheese mixture, ensuring the heat is off or very low to avoid scrambling the eggs.
6. Add the crispy guanciale or pancetta and mix well, adding a bit of pasta water to create a creamy sauce.
7. Serve immediately, garnishing with extra cheese and black pepper.
8. Enjoy your delicious and authentic Italian Carbonara!

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