Carbonara Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
2
Prepare the Sauce
In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, grated Parmesan cheese, and black pepper until well combined.
3
Cook the Pancetta
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the pancetta or guanciale. Cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes.
4
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the pancetta. Remove from heat and quickly pour in the egg and cheese mixture, tossing to combine. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until desired consistency is reached.
5
Serve
Serve immediately, garnished with additional grated Parmesan and freshly cracked black pepper.