Spaghetti Carbonara Recipe

Inspired by Judice Inn

Time30m

Serves4

Pasta with creamy sauce, pancetta, and parmesan

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Ingredients

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1
Boil Water
Fill a large pot with water, add a generous amount of salt, and bring it to a boil over high heat.
2
Cook Spaghetti
Once the water is boiling, add the spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
3
Reserve Pasta Water
Before draining the pasta, reserve about 1 cup of the pasta cooking water.
4
Drain Pasta
Drain the spaghetti in a colander and set aside.

5
Cook Pancetta
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the pancetta. Cook until it becomes crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
6
Prepare Egg Mixture
In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, grated Parmesan cheese, and a generous amount of black pepper until well combined.

7
Combine Pasta and Pancetta
Return the skillet with pancetta to low heat, add the drained spaghetti, and toss to combine.
8
Add Egg Mixture
Remove the skillet from the heat and quickly pour the egg mixture over the pasta. Stir vigorously to create a creamy sauce, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time until desired consistency is achieved.
9
Season
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and more black pepper as needed.

10
Plate the Dish
Serve immediately in bowls, garnished with chopped fresh parsley and additional grated Parmesan if desired.