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Spaghetti carbonara

From the video “Carbonara | Basics with Babish” by Binging with Babish. RecipesMD is not affiliated with Binging with Babish. Steps are in our own words.

Machine-read from the video · not yet checked by a personMediumFine for a weeknight
Not spicy
Total time
~30 min
est.
Serves
~4
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Cost
~$4.33*
per serving, Ontario (~2 portions assumed)save ~$17.67* vs ordering out
Difficulty
Medium
Ingredients
10

Ingredients

May contain gluten, dairy, egg

Read from the ingredient list. Check packaging if you have an allergy.

The video doesn’t say how many this serves, so amounts are shown as made in the video.

Ontario grocery estimate*

~$8.65*for the batch in the video
~$4.33*per serving

You save about ~$17.67* per serving (80% less*) than ordering it out — ~$35.35* for ~2 portions.

Order out = a typical Ontario carbonara pasta, before delivery fees, tax and tip.

3 ingredients priced from Ontario averages · 4 predicted from typical costs · not priced: guanciale, pecorino romano cheese

* Estimate, not a quote: 4 line(s) we couldn't price were filled with typical costs for their type; the video doesn't state how many it serves, so 2 portions were assumed; restaurant comparison is a typical Ontario carbonara pasta at ~$22, before delivery fees, tax and tip. Prices: Ontario averages (StatCan 2026-07) + RecipesMD estimates, pro-rated, staples excluded.

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Nutrition & health

Nutrition per serving623 kcal · 31% of 2,000
Fat54 g70%
Saturated fat21 g103%
Sodium1,313 mg57%
Carbohydrate1.5 g1%
Fiber0 g0%
Total sugars0.8 gno daily value
Added sugars0 g0%
Protein30 g60%

Estimate from the ingredient list — not dietary advice. % Daily Value uses FDA reference amounts; 5% or less is low, 20% or more is high. Added sugars are counted from sweeteners and sweet sauces in the list.

Health indexTreat
  • Starting point60
  • Protein+20 of 20
  • Fiber0 of 20
  • Saturated fat−20 of 20
  • Sodium−18 of 20
  • Added sugars (estimate)0 of 20

RecipesMD health index — an estimate from the ingredient list, not medical or dietary advice

From 5 of 7 ingredient lines (100% of the measured weight), divided into 4 servings (estimated: 604 g protein foods at ~170 g per serving; model check 4 agrees). Not counted because the video gives no amount: parmigiano reggiano cheese, black pepper, salt, pasta, garlic. Source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy (2018-04, public domain) + 4 Branded Foods records.

Equipment

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  • measuring cup
  • bowl
  • cheese grater
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  • fork
  • pan
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  • tongs
  • carving fork

What the video didn’t say

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Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about Spaghetti carbonara

What makes Binging with Babish's Spaghetti carbonara recipe and technique special?

Binging with Babish's take on Spaghetti carbonara focuses on home kitchen precision, balancing Italian flavors with an estimated under 30 minutes total preparation time. Crucial step: Off heat prevents eggs scrambling; add pasta water to emulsify. Every step is timestamped to the exact second in the video so you can follow along hands-free.

How much does it cost to make Spaghetti carbonara at Ontario grocery prices?

Based on Statistics Canada benchmark consumer food pricing, this Spaghetti carbonara recipe costs approximately economical home-cooked pricing per serving (yielding 2 to 4 portions). Home cooking saves an estimated 60% to 75% compared to ordering takeout at a restaurant.

Can I make Spaghetti carbonara ahead of time or store leftovers?

Yes. Leftover Spaghetti carbonara can be refrigerated in an airtight container for 3 to 4 days. If the recipe contains delicate leafy greens or dressed ingredients, keep the dressing separate until ready to serve to maintain crisp texture.

What substitutions can I make in Binging with Babish's Spaghetti carbonara?

This recipe utilizes approximately 10 ingredients across 8 steps. For gluten-free adaptations, swap regular soy sauce or flour with tamari or cornstarch. For vegetarian adaptations, replace meat proteins with extra-firm tofu, mushrooms, or legumes while preserving the aromatics.

Where can I watch the video tutorial for Spaghetti carbonara?

The official cooking video by Binging with Babish is embedded directly on RecipesMD, featuring video timeline scrubbing that jumps directly to each step, adjustable playback speeds, and Kitchen Mode.