Spaghetti Carbonara Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

Spaghetti with pancetta, egg, parmesan, and black pepper.

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Ingredients

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1
Cook the Spaghetti
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti.
2
Cook the Pancetta
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and pancetta. Cook until the pancetta is crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
3
Prepare the Egg Mixture
In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, grated Parmesan cheese, and black pepper until well combined.
4
Combine Everything
Add the hot spaghetti to the skillet with the pancetta. Quickly pour the egg mixture over the spaghetti, tossing continuously to 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
Serve immediately with extra Parmesan cheese and black pepper on top.