Spaghetti Carbonara Recipe
Pasta with pancetta, egg, and Parmesan cheese.
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Ingredients
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Pasta and Sauce Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 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 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti.
- 2
Prepare the Pancetta
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the pancetta until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside, keeping the fat in the skillet.
- 3
Mix the Egg and Cheese
In a bowl, whisk together the eggs and grated Parmesan cheese until well combined. Add black pepper to taste.
- 4
Combine Ingredients
Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with pancetta. Toss to coat in the fat. Slowly pour in the egg and cheese mixture, stirring quickly to combine and create a creamy sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until desired consistency is reached.
- 5
Serve
Season with more black pepper and serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
