Carbonara sauce from Essentials of Classic Italian Cooking (page 202) by Marcella Hazan

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  • sasha1310 on May 29, 2026

    Impressive, I replaced pancetta with bacon since I didn’t have it

  • billie109210 on March 15, 2026

    Amazing carbonara and so easy to make. We used bucatini and it was perfection

  • Running_with_Wools on March 14, 2025

    The best Carbonara recipe and I’ve tried many. It was snowy tonight and a great night to have this comforting meal. We always put peas in it.

  • Beebopalulu on December 02, 2019

    Very good, though I like to use lemon juice rather than wine fro a brighter note

  • Lepa on February 18, 2019

    This is lighter and a bit less rich than other carbonara recipes I have tried. The kids and I loved it but my husband prefers the four egg, more cheese versions.

  • alex9179 on May 26, 2016

    My search is over - perfect. Clear instructions made for a success the first time.

  • damazinah on March 26, 2016

    Incredibly good!

  • totoro on April 09, 2015

    The perfect technique - thank you Marcella! Follow her instructions and you can't mess this up. I often leave out the garlic/parsley/wine for a simpler dish. Nothing wrong with the way her elaboration tastes though!

  • jbuchman on January 11, 2012

    Page 202. Classic --the real thing. Once you make this version you won't want to try any others.

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