$174 vs $10 Pasta Carbonara: Pro Chef & Home Cook Swap Ingredients | Epicurious

[@ProtoCookswithChefFrank]

This was another fun one. Great to be back in the studio with Lorenzo.

[@t3cchan]

Love you Frank!

[@MD-vy9jb]

Your take on the carbonara was amazing, another level of ingenuity. I loved every bit of that!

[@MijamotoMoesasji]

Smooth addition of that Chianti Classico, perks of the job

[@patch3938]

Your cooking is genius Frank!

[@bensgalley1368]

Your the favorite Frank we all know that you and Emily are the best

[@cheeseonyomama]

Frank is the uncle I wish I had giving me tips in the kitchen. Lorenzo is the uncle I wish I had at the family bbqs with a beer and an infectious laugh. Happy to see these two together again!

[@simo19piki89]

What Frank did is actually a thing. In Italy, specifically in Naples, we call it “Frittata di maccheroni“ and it’s essentially a frittata with pasta. Very nice italian touch to the dish Frank, love it!!

[@tiehara]

Oh wow this is awesome. Thanks for sharing this knowledge. I swore it was made up.

[@PedroHernandez-kq1db]

I cant be the only one who read "frittata di maccheroni" with an Italian accent lol

[@Gamber63]

At least u r happy to share these, unlike many so-called Italian foodies extremists out there

[@sagard.yenchilwar1379]

@@Gamber63 When I hear this Italian cuisine Extremists "Tf You put pineapple on pizza" Bro I top pizzas with mangoes

[@Lotrfan99]

that explains why my neapolitan wife always made frittatas with leftover pasta

[@paige_mccullers6912]

When Lorenzo lost that piece of cheese I was like: “Well, there go ten dollars” 💸😂

[@dinmsim2485]

🤣🤣

[@bunbunboy0130]

🤣

[@beatrizbia9702]

😂😂😂😂

[@saafisadi3122]

Frank and Lorenzo, the dynamic duo are back. It’s so great to see them again. Especially Frank’s cooking skill and just how wholesome Lorenzo is. Just look at 16:34

[@jskndeol]

nuff said

[@Rabid_Nationalist]

Yeah!

[@xero5727]

Add Emily and we have the perfect trio

[@ezrahadwi135]

Duterte

[@cadetthings7516]

@@xero5727 nah

[@imthatguydavid]

I really love this series. As a home cook myself, i'm always blown away by how creative the pro chefs are. It's always very humbling. It's truly amazing to see how a professional chef can just creative so completely different than expected with simple ingredients. It's so inspiring!

[@HexIsme]

I'm so glad Epicurious started letting the chefs get together and taste the dishes each other made. It's a lot more satisfying as a viewer, this way. EDIT: Plus it's really nice to see the chefs actually interacting with each other. It gives you more of a picture of their personalities and how they feel about each other, not just food.

[@horacthy8577]

Originally they always did this until the social distancing appear

[@robwilliams6753]

You need to go back to the pre-lockdown videos, this was standard practice. The $500 steak was first and had me hooked from day 1.

[@efe8025]

They are slowly becoming in the bon appetit test kitchen... :0

[@thinhsuynhuoc]

this is slowly becoming a reality show. returning of favourite characters and content.

[@ua4027]

Everytime I see or hear carbonara. My brain: "IF MY GRANDMA HAD WHEELS...."

[@BriLliantBrondwyn]

She would have been a bike

[@TheGabbia]

Well, if you were Italian you would know that even the ProChef is saying a lot of bs 😂

[@wehcd]

I love how Frank just requested a bottle of wine to drink with his carbonara...GENIUS

[@antc.4457]

Absolutely appreciated by the Italians. After eating a food where the egg is the protagonist, a sip of wine is perfect, also because the mouth cleanses and helps to limit the back-olfactory problems of those who suffer from reflux.

[@lincolnclementi346]

Lorenzo's reaction to Frank reminding hom of the wine! 😆

[@julianakarasawa315]

In one of the lockdown episodes there was a beer sneaked into the crate 😂

[@ricsouza5011]

He did it just to jack up the price of his recipe to make for a more clickbait title.

[@highdefinition450]

Absolute chad, free wine!

[@TheSPT]

I always love seeing Lorenzo and Frank. Emily and Saul are also a great combo, too.

[@tammmmm]

Frank and Beth too!

[@JavierGarcia-bd6kw]

Frank is like the Bob Ross of cooking I feel so comforted when I'm listening to him

[@joannaedwards6325]

Disagree! Chef Jacques Pepin is The Bob Ross of cooking. This guy is good but he's not The Master. Undefeated and still the best at 86 y.o. having been cooking for OVER 60 years!!! Don't argue until you've watched about 12 Jacques Pepin on KQED channels and Jacques Pepin channel. You'll thank me later. 😊 ❤ ✌

[@intruder6628]

​@@joannaedwards6325 calm down bro, dude just said that Frank is *LIKE* the Bob Ross of cooking, not proclaiming that Frank IS THE Bob Ross of cooking 🙄

[@DrewLevitt]

When I was first getting into Roman pastas - carbonara, gricia, amatriciana - I figured that guanciale would probably be a little better than pancetta or bacon. Maybe it would be worth the extra cost and the trouble of finding it, maybe not. I was wrong. Guanciale is WAY better than bacon or even pancetta. Like, three or four times as good. If you can get your hands on it, do it. There's really no substitute for guanciale.

[@Squizthejiz]

Bacon is smoked and pancetta and guanciale is cured my man. Bacon shouldn't go in it but ehhhh whatevs. Both cured meats are so good though🤌🏼

[@Salvo78106]

Well, there is a reason if Italian recipes shouldn't be modified.

[@theFedHD]

Exactly, here in Italy 100g of guanciale cost like 1,2€ so it’s really cheap hahah, I guess in the US it costs a lot more.

[@DrewLevitt]

@@theFedHD The problem is more that it’s often hard to find guanciale in the US. It’s also a little more expensive, but availability is the main challenge.

[@jeff__w]

As engaging as Lorenzo is, there is no one quite like Frank Proto-he just exudes expertise, class, and warmheartedness.

[@EpicAndrew97]

These two are a fantastic dynamic duo Frank has that chef wizardry Lorenzo has this likability about him, he has a lovable laughable personality

[@May8Day]

I always love the edition, the transitions are on point! And definitely addicted to this videos, to see Chefs getting creative with little and normal people being able to do good with a lot!!

[@yamomwasthebomb7159]

I literally gasped when we learned that Lorenzo was completely on his own.

[@karlcarlsburg9641]

😧

[@HexIsme]

That "I hate you all" was so legit lmao

[@shvat26]

Lorenzo is not on his own - he's got Frank!

[@tiernanaiena8918]

@Arcanine he clearly does help him though, as Lorenzo said he had never made pasta, didnt know how to, and as Frank was narrating he was following the steps

[@ThatchNetherfold]

Crew: *No Rose.* Lorenzo: You're joking. What the fudge? I hate you all. Me: *XD*

[@digitalpretzel]

Lorenzo's joy in cooking is so infectious. I want that dude to have his own show.

[@Nio-Eli-Spyral-And-Jevil]

I've missed seeing Lorenzo and Frank working together.

[@deepakmenon7733]

Same. With lots of new people, I miss the OGs

[@Anuhea_Silverheart]

Right? Those two are amazing chefs! Lorenzo may be a home cook, but he is very good to be a chef. And Frank is a pro chef, who can turn cheap ingredients to luxury food. When both swep their ingredients, they accepting the challenge to make something good culinary dinner.😋🍲

[@lexjude]

I platonicly ship these two 🥰🥰

[@livingmachine9872]

@@lexjude bro what

[@lexjude]

@Tub ship. You know like a bromance. A friendship if you will.

[@cjsmith3720]

REQUESTING MORE FRANK AND LORENZO DUOS

[@yespur87]

Frank literally blew the global pepper prices after his “generous” seasoning…

[@okok72277]

"literally"

[@justinb292011]

Lol I was waiting for this

[@brunoianigro61]

Well, to be fair pre ground pepper doesn't taste like much

[@TheThunderStrikes]

😂😂😂😂

[@sirhillarybillary]

I saw this comment too early and thought you were being dramatic, but there were no lies lol

[@KaiserAfini]

*Chef looks at the ingredients* "Barilla pasta, cream, bacon. None of these make for authentic carbonara. I know, I will make a fritata" Major respect for both his knowledge of authenticity and his adaptability.

[@MrKingvenom77]

These 2 need their own show. They're so perfect together.

[@fashionmwah]

Frank has his own channel! It’s called Protocooks.

[@MrKingvenom77]

@@fashionmwah I know. I just want a show with him and Lorenzo all the time. They have a great chemistry

[@fashionmwah]

@@MrKingvenom77 In that case, I’d love that, too. 😂

[@Anna-cg1pn]

SO MUCH BETTER WITH THEM TRYING EACH OTHER'S DISHES... this is what was always needed

[@All7777Fever]

Always was, originally. Before covid times.

[@joerandom1175]

My absolute favorite part of these videos is watching the expression of the "amateur" chef as they discover new methods and tools. Like the one woman who made her own "mozz". 👨🏻‍🍳also, Frank is just enjoyable to watch and learn from.

[@ThatchNetherfold]

Its Beth, and "mutz" is what she calls it in her county.

[@leonhardable]

Frank has his own youtube channel called "protocooks", if you're interested

[@joerandom1175]

@@leonhardable thanks!

[@ProtoCookswithChefFrank]

@@leonhardable Thanks for the shoutout

[@joerandom1175]

@@ProtoCookswithChefFrank Keep up the good work!

[@alexaltego]

they keep giving Lorenzo new toys to play with and I couldn’t be happier.

[@seanmaddex4104]

I appreciate how frank always includes a drink with his swaps. So much fun to see Lorenzo back his positive attitude is infectious.

[@smolkidd]

frank: the cheese the bla bla bla lorenzo: STIRRING RIGHT AWAY AS I BURN MY LEFT HAND :D

[@laurao5371]

I’m a simple person. I see Frank and Lorenzo. I click and watch.

[@KSWfarms]

Same here.

[@rdfjfgjyfdhfghy67456]

The black pepper whipped cream was so genius! Both chefs really outdid themselves!

[@hinawillownyou]

One day we’ll see Frank say he’s going to make a level 3 chef out of Lorenzo

[@tschandler2]

That's the long game. Lorenzo is going to be a Level 3 and Emily a Level 2.

[@Drnaynay]

Frank makes everything else from scratch - he can make a top chef out of the wonderful Lorenzo - he'll be starting with pretty good material to begin with!

[@kirstinmckeown3581]

@@tschandler2 Emily seems to be pretty much level 2 already if you have a look at her channel, she's just been nerfed in the last few 4 levels she's done.

[@alexaramachandran7392]

*li shang from mulan has entered the chat*

[@francisdhomer5910]

@@kirstinmckeown3581 I've watched a couple videos now where I feel Emily has done better than the level three chef. The one with Buffalo Style chicken wings she did wings, the level two cook didn't do chicken wings he did a drumstick, so he stays away from our Bills games and Emily can come do the wings for our tailgate party. And if the Bills win we will credit her for the win. She is so much fun to watch too. Her and Lorenzo together at Frank's show would be a BLAST. Please "ProtoCooks with Chef Frank" have both of them on with you. I've enjoyed the two I've seen with Emily, the two with would set a new high for KZbin.

[@niccolonaimjahan8956]

From an Italian, the Pro choosed the right ingredients

[@TobyC1707]

I'm surprised Lorenzo doesn't have his own KZbin channel yet imagine how popular he would be

[@Crochet_kitty]

If he did a cookbook, I would buy it.

[@dylanmcguckin1241]

@@Crochet_kitty He does have his own cookbook! Its called lets do this, folks!

[@Crochet_kitty]

@@dylanmcguckin1241 Thank you! I didn't know. I will be definitely buying it.

[@francisdhomer5910]

*-Emily does

[@YourMajesty143]

He's got a lot of acting gigs already and he's doing a reality show: Top Chef Amateurs. Congrats Lorenzo!

[@PlanetDallas]

I love watching these two together hands down my favorites 🙌🏽🍴🥂🍜🌮🥙🍱🥓🧀🥖🥑🧈🍳🥞🍖🌶🥩🫑🧅🫔🫓🍛🥟🍯🥬🍠

[@TinyJ91]

I LOVE Lorenzo and Frank together! They’re just fun to watch! And I love that Lorenzo is such an advanced level 2 that they had to take away Rose just to give him a slight challenge. But Rose is great!

[@EduardoWalcacer]

If there's a single thing that I learned from traditional Italian cuisine, is that you don't fresh pasta for some dishes, like carbonara. A good chef would choose something like Monograno Felicetti for a high end carbonara.

[@giovannidolci1346]

As an Italian I can confirm that fresh pasta doesn't really change anything in most cases, and just makes it harder to cook, because overcooks really easily

[@RevelMagic]

Agreed. Egg pasta with egg sauce? Waaaaaay too heavy. I’m sure it’s tasty but it’s not “the way”.

[@idek7438]

Yeah it's cause the sauce is quite heavy and would mask the quality of the fresh pasta. And in general there are just certain pasta shapes/kinds that no Italian would use with certain sauces lol not really a reason why it just doesn't sound normal

[@jeniferjoseph9200]

I’m glad this video focused more on the inexpensive options and strategies most viewers might actually use. Also Lorenzo and Frank is, per usual, a killer combo

[@chibi7Sakura]

Rose? ... ROSE!? Ahhh glad to see Chef Frank and Lorenzo~

[@lordvergesso]

honestly, as a "European" i was shocked a bit when i saw the peas at the beginning... crazy Americans!! XD

[@ikhmalafiq1335]

as asian i understand what you feel 😂😂😂😂

[@Zuraneve]

As an American, I don't recall ever seeing peas in carbonara before. That's not saying I wouldn't ever put them in a carbonara, but I'd be more inclined for them to be a side dish because not everyone likes peas. Personally, I think peas are delicious.

[@rowanmelton7643]

@@Zuraneve I hate peas as a side dish, but I enjoy them as an ingredient in a main dish

[@RonJDuncan]

@@Zuraneve Sadly, a lot of of Italian-American restaurants do the thing with the peas - as well as many celebrity chefs like Gordon Ramsay and Guy Fieri. If you are familiar with Vincenzo's Plate here on YT, he's expressed himself over the addition of peas, and shows how to cook classic Italian.

[@sherlockjura]

and the heavy cream xD

[@Kakhsa]

Lorenzo really just loves and appreciates food and it’s great to see

[@alexander.tahtadjian]

I love seeing Lorenzo and Frank pairing up for another one of these. They're the best duo in this series. I'm extremely happy that its for pasta carbonara since its one of my favourite pasta dishes.

[@samibchiri1442]

Second this

[@mikedacoolnerd788]

Frank and Beth are pretty great too.

[@AthenaKeatingThomas]

I'm getting to love these two together. It's also great to watch Lorenzo expand his skillset with new experiences. Soon, he'll be a level 3 chef!

[@Kuribohcoast]

Forever envious of Lorenzo's good cheer and determination and forever grateful for Franks' easy going and friendly attitude

[@NimN0ms]

Frank and Lorenzo are a duo for sure! Can watch these 2 for hours!

[@florabella1234]

I love that Frank acknowledges the traditional way of making carbonara. And then does something totally different xD. Love him

[@DavidWeinehall]

Well, with the ingredients he got he *had* to do something different since he was supplied with ingredients that don't belong in a real carbonara.

[@florabella1234]

@@DavidWeinehall but still.. What he did was super creative.

[@nathanielcameron8006]

Everyone is so wholesome! Stopppp. I love so much.

[@Joan17116]

When the world needed it the most , the best duo returned 🤗

[@RickiPresents]

Sending my prayers to Lorenzo after his heart transplant ❤❤❤❤

[@alexlewis8143]

This is a proper video finally. Frank and Lorenzo make the channel.

[@freddycortbawi9311]

I swear they are the best duo

[@chrizzygoesoriginal]

The ”no Rose for the rescue” made me gasp, so glad to see it all worked out still😻

[@izyaaa9808]

Now this is the best duo.

[@RevDrTarr]

Frank and Lorenzo are my two favorites on this channel. Love seeing the two of them individually, but together, it's magic.

[@kylekinnear8878]

It's so great for a good chef to show what they can do with simple ingredients. You don't need fancy anything to make great food. Just knowledge, pratice and patience.

[@lancebeltran2002]

Lorenzo: *calls Rose* Rose: *is not there to help* Lorenzo: *PANIK*

[@jacobmooney3404]

Frank and Lorenzo really are just a dynamic duo, they're great.

[@Nolxnsedits]

Frank is insane at cooking!

[@kimfurnell7902]

Frank and Lorenzo are 2 of my favorites! So glad to see the chefs able to taste each other’s dishes together! ❤️❤️

[@ela.evigilant]

Favorite one yet. I liked that Lorenzo had to figure it out on his own and I was really glad they got to try each other's dish. Miss Rose and her wisdom, but cool episode none the less.

[@strwxberri_milk]

i see Frank and Lorenzo on the thumbnail i click.

[@cafeapaka7501]

These two are a great pairing, good chemistry - reminds me of classic comedic pairings of course in the context of a cooking show

[@albertotoledo4768]

7:20 NOOOOOOOOOO WTF YOU DO BROO, LITERALLY BROKEN MY HEART (you had to remove the rind part not the pepper part)

[@mahmoudaboualfa5136]

Thank you Epicurious for making me rewatch this series.

[@joukolink2883]

The fact Frank warned the pasta fanatics before he started going wild with his dish. Priceless.

[@billyclabough9835]

Much better now that they try each others' dishes. Worth watching to the end.

[@user-xr5gq5oj9q]

These will forever be my favorite videos. A professional chef turns everyday items into something amazing, so we all can learn to do it. Then the homecook learns how to use specialty ingredients to make a gourmet dish

[@MasterFhyl]

Oh hey, it's my two favorite chefs on here! Can't wait to see this.

[@bryansmores8713]

lorenzo and frank are so likeable

[@jhca4671]

It just makes me so happy to see these two cook.

[@chayimweinstock443]

It’s just nice to see.

[@Willthethrill478]

Lorenzo is the best amateur chef personality on this series. His personality is infectious.

[@deathism]

My two favourite personalities! Just love Lorenzo's energy and Chef Frank's demeanor.

[@ashishnaik9648]

Frank and Lorenzo...we love you guys...its a visual treat cooking both of you together!! love from India :)

[@GyroCannon]

:D I love that I've watched this series for so long that my eyes actually widened and I had the same thoughts as Lorenzo, "What the fudge?", when we find out that Rose can't help this time

[@Shamzy]

Both plates are DISGUSTING (i’m italian)

[@warmonksLoL]

I love how frank just expensed a bottle of wine, what a move.

[@Boog-alicious]

lorenzo always ends up lighting up the day no matter how bad my day is

[@SkaterBlades]

I really wanna see an episode of this with saul and lorenzo. Absolute pure personality

[@silverbolt6699]

My FAV COMBO! Lorenzo and Frank!

[@vlbz]

I might be partial here because I love carbonara, but this is the first time I like the look of the expensive version more.

[@biseinerheult78]

Depending on where you live, that wouldn’t even be that expensive. The really expensive things in there were the old Parmesan and the wine. If you live in Europe you can get guincale in most major cities or just order it online from an Italian specialty online shop (which you should be able to find in most countries). Same goes for the pecorino cheese. I can see The Guiancale being harder to get and more expensive in the states, but you could easily substitute pancetta, which you also don’t get everywhere but should be a bit easier to find. And if you live in Italy, the “expensive” version probably costs you ten euros to make.

[@Hope12Grace90]

In terms of look, Frank made the $10 one fancier... But I still desire thee expensive one more because all the ingredients are sooo delicious!

[@quinjou]

Of course you like it more it's literally the only right way to do carbonara

[@lapatti]

@@biseinerheult78 that's not the point though. You can easily substitute the guanciale with pancetta and you would hardly tell the difference. The point is that one dish was a carbonara and the other one was a frittata di pasta. It's something that maybe I would do with leftovers

[@Daindrais]

Frank and Lorenzo.... a mini vacation!!

[@MorteoLX]

I got a new job and saw Lorenzo on one of our training modules. I was like "I know that guy!"

[@firstdiamond9470]

my fav duo evaaa

[@dirtyyrat]

Carbonara is my favorite pasta. I'm so glad they're doing it

[@dummyme2291]

Hands down the best pair in this series 💯

[@David_TheSuperior]

Vincenzo's Plate is gonna be excited for this episode

[@hanako4484]

Glad to see lorenzo again!

[@KyleBaran90]

Rose: I'm not here today :) Frank: Ah yes pasta *makes pie*

[@CLB30ROX]

These are literally 2 of my favorite people on this channel. And probably the planet, too 😁😁

[@515aleon]

Lorenzo and Frank---this is next level stuff. What a terrifically fun little episode!

[@fredesavard8963]

Chef Frank is the real MVP. Knowledgeable, compassionate and passionate !

[@boru3413]

I have never clicked as fast as I just did when I saw both Lorenzo and Frank

[@slinfear]

THANK YOU, Chef Proto for teaching Me about a Chitara.. My wife LOVES angel hair pasta.. -I- love making ingredients from scratch.. Despite an Associates Degree in Culinary Arts, I had NEVER heard of such a critter before.. (such is the life of someone that earns a Degree in the Penal System in OH..) Your videos continue to inspire and push Me to be better at the craft I LOVE to do.. thank you for all you do.

[@eldibs]

When you see Frank and Lorenzo, you know it's going to be a good one. I actually like to make those "grandma-style" egg noodles for my chicken soup. I don't know why, but I love the texture they have.

[@tayyaba3915]

I came for after months for Lorenzo and Frank only

[@GiuseppePipia]

I actually liked this edit better than the ones usually with Rose. Don't get me wrong, she is great and important, but I think in this series I find it more exciting seeing the Chef explaining the things while the amateur cooks and does his reactions to whatever it's happening. Perhaps the cookbook handed by the chef could contain hints and quizzes, like the chitarra part could have used a guitar image or similar. It would also be interesting if Rose, or any food scientist, could have their own single video where they explain each "kitchen myth" using actual since. Perhaps helped by a professional chef on doing the experiments. Oh and I'm Italian, and I've had pasta frittata since I was a child, so nothing to amend to Chef Proto! :D

[@Ma1k.]

It's crazy for me to see ingredients that are normal in Italy being so priced in the US. I know it's the same the other way around if you want high quality foreign food, but still, it never fails to amaze me

[@Eludinium]

I'm almost certain they intentionally buy overpriced ingredients for the shock value in the title. They also don't divide the cost of raw materials per portion.

[@nickknife9681]

Just starting the video. Sole reason: i can't even imagine what kind of carbonara ingredients would cost $174

[@nonameno5717]

Probably because of the giant piece of cheese

[@lordofwhip]

a wheel of parmigiano can get to like 900 dollars, and when you factor in a 24 month aged one, it does get even more expensive

[@rowanmelton7643]

New here?

[@nickknife9681]

@@lordofwhip but, technically, you at wonky using a few bucks worth of that cheese.

[@nickknife9681]

@@rowanmelton7643 I watch Epicurus, but I usually avoid this content.

[@Microbit0]

Lorenzo always makes the day much much better!

[@MasterFhyl]

Lorenzo and Frank teaming up is the culinary equivalent of Batman and Superman teaming up.

[@ThatchNetherfold]

Batman could use that kryptonite. XD

[@trevorpacelli8056]

That depends, are both of their moms named Martha?

[@VeryCoolAlan]

The dynamic duo is back 😆

[@lildredre89]

Oooooh no more Rose now, the training wheels are coming off! Not like Lorenzo really needed her, he probably the closest Level 3 Level 2 chef they have

[@Gamber63]

After they had been doing this 4 times tgt, with this one the 5th, maybe we wouldn't surprise to see Lorenzo represents lv3 by then

[@alaras]

@@Gamber63 Level 3 is always professionals, so he's at 2 unless he cooks/bakes for a living.

[@2ntwins]

Lorenzo did win top chef amateurs. He has some skill

[@miserychick2602]

Does Beth mean nothing to you after all this time?!

[@lildredre89]

@@miserychick2602 Beth is a grandma, she's a level beyond our comprehension

[@melodymagodo5599]

Been learning a lot of skills in a funny entertaining way on this channel...