Carbonara Pizza Recipe

Activate Yeast

In a small bowl, combine warm water and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.

Mix Dough

In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture and olive oil. Stir until a dough forms.

Knead Dough

Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm area for 1 hour.

Preheat Oven

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone inside if you have one.

Prepare Guanciale

Slice the guanciale into small strips and cook in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Roll Out Dough

Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out into a round shape on a floured surface.

Add Toppings

Transfer the rolled dough to a pizza peel or baking sheet. Sprinkle half of the pecorino cheese, add the crispy guanciale, and top with the remaining cheese and cracked black pepper.

Bake Pizza

Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbling.

Poach Eggs

While the pizza is baking, poach the eggs in simmering water for about 3-4 minutes until the whites are set but the yolks remain runny.

Serve

Once the pizza is done, remove it from the oven and top with poached eggs. Season with extra black pepper and serve immediately.