Spaghetti Carbonara Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

Classic pasta with pancetta, egg, cheese, and black 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 spaghetti.
2
Cook the Pancetta
In a large pan over medium heat, add the pancetta and cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
3
Prepare the Sauce
In a bowl, whisk together eggs, grated Parmesan cheese, and black pepper until smooth.
4
Combine Ingredients
Return the pan with pancetta to low heat. Add the hot spaghetti to the pan and quickly pour in the egg and cheese mixture, tossing continuously to create a creamy sauce. If needed, add reserved pasta water to achieve desired consistency.
5
Serve
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and additional black pepper if desired. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese.