Penne Carbonara

A classic Italian pasta dish featuring crisp pancetta, fresh penne, and a rich, creamy egg yolk and parmesan sauce.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 785.6 kcals 3142.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 56.1 grams 224.2 grams
Fat 50.6 grams 202.4 grams
Protein 27.7 grams 110.8 grams
Cook Time
15 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

Dairy
3
piece
Egg Yolks
free-range
50
g
Parmesan
grated, plus extra for serving
100
ml
GrainsCereals
350
g
Meat
300
g
Pancetta
sliced
NutsSeeds
1
pinch
Salt
to taste
1
pinch
Black Pepper
freshly ground, to taste
3
tbsp
Flat leaf Parsley
fresh, chopped
OilsFats

Steps

  • Heat 15ml olive oil in a frying pan and cook 300g pancetta until crisp.
  • Drain the pancetta on kitchen paper and set aside.
  • Whisk egg yolks, 50g parmesan, and 100ml cream in a bowl and season.
  • Boil 350g fresh penne in salted water according to package instructions.
  • Drain the pasta and stir it into the cream mixture until smooth.
  • Stir in the cooked pancetta and 3 tbsp chopped parsley.
  • Serve in warm bowls topped with extra parmesan.