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Spaghetti Carbonara Recipe

Inspired by Copper Spoon
Time30m
Serves4

Classic Italian pasta with creamy sauce, pancetta, and parmesan.

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Ingredients

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Pasta

Sauce

Garnish

Method

Pasta Preparation

1

Boil the Pasta

In a large pot, bring 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.

Sauce Preparation

2

Cook the Pancetta

In a large skillet over medium heat, add the pancetta. Cook until it becomes crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

3

Prepare the Sauce Mixture

In a bowl, whisk together the eggs and grated Parmesan cheese until well combined. Season with black pepper and a pinch of salt.

Combining Ingredients

4

Combine Pasta and Pancetta

Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with pancetta, mixing well to combine. If the skillet is too dry, add a bit of the reserved pasta water.

5

Add the Sauce

Remove the skillet from the heat. Quickly pour the egg and cheese mixture over the pasta, tossing continuously to create a creamy sauce. If needed, add more reserved pasta water to reach desired creaminess.

6

Season to Taste

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and black pepper, if necessary.

Garnishing

7

Serve

Plate the spaghetti carbonara and garnish with chopped parsley. Serve immediately with extra Parmesan cheese on the side.