Make a romantic dinner at home this Valentine’s Day with this reimagined pasta carbonara dish! As a meat lover's dream, this carbonara recipe for 2 combines the richness of eggs and cheese with the satisfying protein of Chomps.
Skip the crowded restaurants this year and create a memorable Valentine's Day dinner for two right in your own kitchen. Swap out the traditional bacon typically found in carbonara pasta for Sea Salt Beef Chomps to give this cozy dish more clean protein with the same satisfying flavor.
Extra creamy and easy to make, this carbonara pasta for Valentine’s Day pairs perfectly with a charcuterie board and a side of asparagus or green beans for a well-rounded, healthy Valentine’s Day meal. Cooking together is an act of love in my book and I believe memories are made in the kitchen.
So turn on some music and whip up this cozy and delicious date night meal at home!
What Is the Golden Rule of Cooking a Carbonara?
The golden rule of making the perfect carbonara for two is timing and temperature control. The success of your Valentine's Day pasta depends on creating that signature creamy sauce without scrambling the eggs.
The key is to remove the pasta from heat before combining it with the egg mixture. The residual warmth from the pasta will gently cook the eggs into a silky sauce.
For this carbonara recipe for 2, you'll want to work quickly and efficiently. Have all your ingredients ready before you start cooking.
Carbonara Recipe for 2
This carbonara for two streamlines the classic Italian preparation while maintaining all the creamy, satisfying elements that make it the perfect Valentine's Day pasta. Our carbonara recipe for 2 transforms simple ingredients into a restaurant-worthy dish that's sure to impress your dining companion.
Ingredients:
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1lb bucatini pasta or pasta of your choice
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2 eggs
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2 egg yolks
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¾ cup parmesan cheese, grated
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2 Chomps Sea Salt Beef meat sticks, chopped
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Salt and pepper to taste
Notes on Ingredients and Recommendations
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Pasta Selection: While bucatini is our top choice for this carbonara for two, you can substitute with spaghetti or linguine. The key is choosing a long pasta that allows the sauce to cling to every strand that makes each bite of your Valentine's Day pasta memorable.
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Cheese Matters: For the most authentic carbonara recipe for 2, use freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano. The fresh cheese melts more smoothly and creates a more luxurious sauce. Consider this ingredient splurge as the perfect Valentine's Day gift for your food-loving partner.
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Egg Quality: Since eggs are crucial to this dish, opt for fresh, room-temperature eggs. Cold eggs can cause the sauce to seize up, affecting the texture of your carbonara for two. Set them out about 30 minutes before cooking for best results.
How to Make Carbonara for Two
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Bring generously salted water to a boil in a large pot. Add bucatini and cook until al dente, about 10 minutes.
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While the pasta cooks, whisk the eggs, egg yolks, about half the cheese and a pinch of salt together in a bowl big enough to fit the pasta.
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Drain pasta, reserving about ½ cup pasta water. While it’s still hot, add the pasta to the bowl. The heat of the pasta is what heats the eggs sufficiently to create a creamy pasta sauce.
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Toss to combine, adding the chopped Sea Salt Beef Chomps meat stick and remaining cheese.
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Top with freshly ground black pepper, serve and enjoy!
Variations on Carbonara Ingredients
Transform this carbonara recipe for 2 by experimenting with different Chomps flavors to create unique Valentine snacks and dinner combinations.
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Try our Italian Style Beef Sticks for an extra layer of aromatic herbs that complement the traditional carbonara for two profile.
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Our Salt and Pepper Venison Sticks offer a sophisticated twist on the classic Valentine's Day pasta, adding a subtle gamey note that pairs beautifully with the creamy sauce.
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For a spicier take, incorporate Jalapeño Beef Sticks, which add a pleasant heat that cuts through the richness of the carbonara sauce.
Each variation maintains the integrity of your carbonara while offering a unique flavor profile that makes your Valentine's Day pasta recipe truly special.
Bottom Line
This carbonara for two recipe reimagines a classic Italian dish into the perfect Valentine's Day pasta experience. By incorporating Chomps, you can prepare a carbonara recipe for 2 that's both tasty and convenient.
Remember, the key to a successful carbonara for two lies in the timing and quality of ingredients. With this recipe in your culinary arsenal, you're well-equipped to create a memorable dinner that's sure to impress that special someone in your life.
Craving another hearty and flavorful pasta dish? Check out our Creamy Spaghetti Squash or Jerky Bolognese. Both are a must-try for pasta lovers!
