Traditional ... cream. Carbonara is almost always served with spaghetti or linguine, but you can use whatever pasta you prefer. For a more unusual take on carbonara, try spinach fettuccine tossed ...

This recipe is perfect for pastrami lovers who want to try something different. The smoky and savory pastrami adds a delicious depth of flavor to the traditional carbonara sauce.

The magic of this traditional carbonara recipe comes from the balance of textures—crisp pancetta, silky eggs and creamy cheese—all combined to coat the pasta as an irresistibly smooth sauce.