13 classic carbonara recipes

A delicious baked pasta dish of chicken penne carbonara with crispy crumbs to keep the whole family happy.

Cheese lover? This recipe is absolutely the one for you. Flavoursome gorgonzola, nutty parmesan, and creamy bocconcini are Italian favourites and are calling your name!

Feed the family with this fresh and tasty salami carbonara – quick and easy, and full of mouthwatering flavour.

Quick, easy and delicious, this creamy carbonara pasta with pancetta is the ultimate after-work dinner dish.

A perennial favourite, carbonara is an inexpensive dish the whole family can enjoy. Our recipe is packed with all the favourite flavours and is ready in just 25 minutes!

Pasta must be hot when you add egg mixture; the heat from pasta thickens sauce. Note

If you’re short on time buy fresh pasta, as it only takes a few minutes to cook. Note

A rich and very simple carbonara; an Italian pasta sauce from Rome based on eggs, cheese, bacon, and black pepper.

Pappardelle are flat, wide, pasta ribbons; ­sometimes they have scalloped edges. Tagliatelle or fettuccine can be substituted. Note

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

Add some texture to your usual frittatas with shreds of zucchini and pasta. We’ve also added a delicious carbonara-style sauce with cream, bacon and egg for extra flavour.

This carbonara is made the traditional way and is perfect for those avoiding dairy.

Prepare in advance: Prepare this dish up to the end of step 4. When ready to serve, combine everything over a low heat and serve straight away. Accompany with a green salad. Note