Spaghetti Carbonara Recipe
Classic Italian pasta dish with creamy sauce, pancetta, and parmesan.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Cook the Spaghetti
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and drain the rest.
- 2
Prepare the Pancetta
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced pancetta and cook until crispy and golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- 3
Make the Sauce
In a bowl, whisk together eggs, grated Parmesan cheese, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- 4
- 5
Serve
Serve immediately with extra Parmesan cheese and black pepper on top.
