Carbonara Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Sauce
Meat
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Spaghetti
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti.
Sauce Preparation
- 2
Prepare the Egg Mixture
In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, grated Parmesan cheese, black pepper, and a pinch of salt until well combined. Set aside.
Meat Preparation
- 3
Cook the Guanciale or Pancetta
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the guanciale or pancetta. Cook until crispy and golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat, but keep the fat in the pan.
Combining Ingredients
- 4
Mix Everything Together
Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the cooked guanciale or pancetta. Toss to combine, ensuring the pasta is coated in the fat. Remove from heat.
- 5
Add the Egg Mixture
Quickly pour the egg mixture over the hot pasta, tossing continuously to create a creamy sauce. If the pasta seems dry, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until the desired creaminess is reached.
Serving
- 6
Serve the Carbonara
Plate the carbonara immediately, garnishing with additional grated Parmesan cheese and freshly cracked black pepper to taste.