Pasta Carbonara Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

Pasta with pancetta, egg, cheese, and pepper.

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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
Cook the Pancetta
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the pancetta. Cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
3
Prepare the Sauce
In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, grated Parmesan cheese, and a generous amount of black pepper until smooth.
4
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the hot spaghetti to the skillet with pancetta. Quickly pour the egg and cheese mixture over the pasta, tossing to combine. If the mixture is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until desired creaminess is reached.
5
Season and Serve
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and more black pepper if needed. Serve immediately with extra Parmesan cheese on the side.