Spaghetti Carbonara Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

Classic pasta dish with eggs, cheese, pancetta, and pepper.

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Ingredients

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1
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta cooking water, then drain the spaghetti.
2
Cook the Pancetta
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the pancetta and cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat.
3
Prepare the Sauce
In a mixing 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 pancetta. Quickly pour the egg mixture over the pasta, tossing to combine. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time to reach desired consistency.
5
Serve
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and additional black pepper if necessary. Serve immediately with extra Parmesan cheese on top.