Spaghetti Carbonara Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

Pasta with eggs, cheese, pancetta, and pepper.

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Ingredients

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1
Cook the Spaghetti
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti.

2
Fry the Pancetta
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the pancetta. Cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and set aside.

3
Prepare the Sauce
In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, grated Parmesan cheese, and black pepper until well combined. Set aside.

4
Combine Everything
Add the hot spaghetti to the skillet with pancetta. Pour the egg and cheese mixture over the spaghetti while tossing quickly to coat the pasta. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until desired consistency is reached.
5
Serve
Serve immediately, garnished with freshly chopped parsley and additional Parmesan cheese if desired. Enjoy your Spaghetti Carbonara!