Spaghetti Carbonara Recipe
Spaghetti with eggs, cheese, pancetta, and pepper.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Sauce
Pancetta
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 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, usually about 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti.
- 2
Prepare the Pancetta
While the pasta is cooking, dice the pancetta into small pieces. In a large skillet over medium heat, add the pancetta and cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
Make the Sauce
- 3
Mix Eggs and Cheese
In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs and combine them with the grated Parmesan and Pecorino Romano cheese. Add black pepper to taste and mix until well combined.
Combine
- 4
- 5
Garnish and Serve
Serve immediately, garnishing with fresh parsley and additional black pepper if desired.