Spaghetti Carbonara Recipe

Inspired by Leone's

Time30m

Serves4

Spaghetti with creamy sauce, pancetta, and parmesan cheese.

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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, usually about 8-10 minutes.
2
Prepare the Sauce
While the pasta cooks, cut the pancetta into small pieces. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the pancetta until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat.
3
Mix the Egg Mixture
In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, grated Parmesan cheese, and black pepper until well combined.

4
Combine Pasta and Pancetta
Once the spaghetti is cooked, reserve a cup of pasta water and drain the rest. Add the spaghetti directly to the skillet with the cooked pancetta.
5
Add Egg Mixture
Remove the skillet from heat and quickly pour the egg mixture over the hot pasta. Toss rapidly to combine, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time until the sauce reaches your desired creaminess.

6
Plate the Dish
Serve the pasta in bowls, garnished with chopped fresh parsley and additional grated Parmesan cheese if desired. Add salt to taste.