Carbonara vs.  Pasta Alla Gricia

The Difference?

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These two Roman classics may seem similar at first glance, but their subtle differences can make all the difference in taste.

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Informative!

- Elena

Pasta alla gricia has no eggs while carbonara includes an egg and cheese mixture!

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They use different types of cheese.

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Pasta alla gricia has a silky sauce and carbonara has a decadent sauce.

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Fun Fact!

Pasta alla gricia is quite similar to carbonara and just have few differences!

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