Pasta Carbonara Recipe

Inspired by Geraldi's

Time30m

Serves4

Spaghetti with pancetta, egg, and parmesan cheese.

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Ingredients

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1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil.
2
Cook Spaghetti
Add the spaghetti to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
3
Reserve Pasta Water
Before draining, reserve about 1 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the spaghetti.

4
Cook Pancetta
In a large skillet over medium heat, add diced pancetta and cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes.
5
Add Garlic
Mince the garlic and add it to the skillet with the pancetta, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
6
Mix Eggs and Cheese
In a bowl, whisk together the eggs and grated Parmesan cheese until well combined.
7
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with pancetta and garlic, tossing to combine. Remove from heat.
8
Add Egg Mixture
Quickly pour the egg and cheese mixture over the pasta, 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.
9
Season the Dish
Season with black pepper and salt to taste. Toss again to combine.