Saffron Spaghetti Alla Carbonara Recipe

Name: Saffron Spaghetti Alla Carbonara
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 teaspoon saffron (about 2 pinches); salt; 1 lb spaghetti, thick (Barilla is best); 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1/3 lb pancetta, cut like thick bacon at deli counter then diced in your kitchen; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 cup dry white wine; 1 teaspoon turmeric; 2 egg yolks; black pepper; 1 cup pecorino cheese, grated; 1/2 cup flat leaf parsley, coarsely chopped

Servings: persons

1/4 teaspoon saffron (about 2 pinches)
salt
1 lb spaghetti, thick (Barilla is best)
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/3 lb pancetta, cut like thick bacon at deli counter then diced in your kitchen
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 teaspoon turmeric
2 egg yolks
black pepper
1 cup pecorino cheese, grated
1/2 cup flat leaf parsley, coarsely chopped

1
Place the saffron in a small pot with 1 cup cold water. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer and let it steep while pasta water comes to a boil, about 6 to 8 minutes.
2
Bring a large pot of water to a boil, salt the water and cook pasta to al dente. (Heads up! Reserve a half cup of starchy cooking water just before you drain spaghetti).
3
While the water comes to a boil, heat olive oil, 3 turns of the pan, over medium heat. Add pancetta and cook until just about crisp, 4 to 5 minutes.
4
Add in the garlic after 2 to 3 minutes and stir another 2 to 3 minutes until fragrant.
5
Stir in wine and turmeric.
6
Beat eggs with starchy cooking water.
7
Drain pasta and add to the skillet.
8
Pour saffron water over the pasta and toss to combine, season with pepper.
9
Add in half the cheese and all of the parsley, pour in tempered eggs and turn off heat.
10
Toss the spaghetti to coat evenly in golden sauce.
11
Top with additional cheese and parsley. Serve immediately.

653

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 teaspoon saffron (about 2 pinches), salt, 1 lb spaghetti, thick (Barilla is best), 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, and more.

Yes, Saffron Spaghetti Alla Carbonara falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Saffron Spaghetti Alla Carbonara

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