Spaghetti Carbonara Recipe
Pasta with creamy sauce, pancetta, and parmesan
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Sauce
Garnish
Method
Cooking the Pasta
- 1
Boil the Water
Fill a large pot with water, add a pinch of salt, and bring it to a boil over high heat.
- 2
Cook the Spaghetti
Once the water is boiling, add the spaghetti. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
- 3
Reserve Pasta Water
Before draining the pasta, reserve about 1 cup of the pasta cooking water. Then drain the spaghetti and set aside.
Making the Sauce
- 4
Cook the Pancetta
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the pancetta. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it's crispy and golden brown. Remove from heat and set aside.
- 5
Prepare the Egg Mixture
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, grated parmesan cheese, black pepper, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
Combining Ingredients
- 6
Combine Pasta and Pancetta
Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the pancetta. Toss to combine and allow the residual heat to warm the spaghetti.
- 7
Add the Egg Mixture
Quickly pour the egg and cheese mixture over the spaghetti, tossing continuously to create a creamy sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a little reserved pasta water until the desired consistency is achieved.
- 8
Garnish and Serve
Serve immediately, garnished with chopped fresh parsley and additional parmesan if desired. Enjoy your Spaghetti Carbonara!