Spaghetti Carbonara Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

Classic Italian pasta with a creamy sauce and pancetta

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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 package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain pasta.
2
Cook Pancetta
In a large skillet over medium heat, add pancetta (or guanciale) and cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. If using garlic, add it to the skillet and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
3
Prepare the Sauce
In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, grated Parmesan cheese, black pepper, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
4
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the hot drained spaghetti to the skillet with pancetta, tossing to combine. Remove from heat and quickly pour the egg mixture over the pasta, tossing rapidly to create a creamy sauce. If needed, add reserved pasta water a little at a time to achieve desired creaminess.
5
Serve
Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and black pepper to taste.