Spaghetti with Anchovy Carbonara
Submitted by Rich Williams ('62)Ingredients:
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12 ounces spaghetti
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1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
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3 large garlic cloves, thinly sliced
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One 2-ounce can flat anchovies, drained and chopped
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Pinch of Aleppo pepper or crushed red pepper
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1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
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1 tablespoon chopped oregano
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1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
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2 large egg yolks
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Salt and freshly ground pepper
Cooking Instructions:
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In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the spaghetti until al dente. Drain the pasta, reserving 1/2 cup of the cooking water.
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In a large, deep skillet, heat the oil with the garlic and anchovies and cook over moderately high heat until the anchovies have dissolved, about 2 minutes. Add the red pepper, zest, oregano and parsley, then add the pasta and toss to coat. Remove from the heat.
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In a small bowl, whisk the yolks with the reserved cooking water and add to the pasta. Cook over low heat, tossing until the pasta is coated in a creamy sauce, about 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper and serve.