Spaghetti Alla Gricia Recipe
Prep Time:
10 minutes
Cook Time:
20 minutes
Servings:
6 Servings
Ingredients
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 pound spaghetti
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 7 ounces guanciale, cut into cubes
  • ½ cup white wine
  • 1 cup grated Pecorino Romano, plus more for garnish
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
Directions
  1. Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil over high heat. Season the water with 1 teaspoon salt. Add the spaghetti and cook until al dente, 7-8 minutes. Drain, reserving 1 cup of the pasta water.
  2. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the guanciale cubes and cook, turning often, until golden brown, 10-12 minutes.
  3. Add ½ cup white wine and cook until slightly reduced, about 2 minutes. Pour in the reserved pasta water and bring it to a simmer.
  4. Add the cooked pasta, 1 cup grated Pecorino Romano, and ½ teaspoon black pepper, and toss to coat. Cook, stirring vigorously, until a thick sauce forms, 2-3 minutes more. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Divide the pasta between plates and garnish with more grated cheese before serving.