Spaghetti Carbonara Recipe
Classic Italian pasta dish with bacon and cream
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Sauce
Garnish
Method
Cooking the Pasta
- 1
Boil the Water
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil.
- 2
Cook the 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 pasta cooking water.
- 4
Drain the Pasta
Drain the spaghetti and set aside.
Making the Sauce
- 5
Cook the Bacon
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon or pancetta until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat.
- 6
Mix the Eggs and Cream
In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and black pepper until well combined.
Combining Everything
- 7
Combine Pasta and Bacon
Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the bacon and toss to combine.
- 8
Add the Egg Mixture
Quickly pour the egg and cream mixture over the hot 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 to Taste
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and more black pepper if needed.
Serving
- 10
Plate the Dish
Serve the spaghetti carbonara immediately, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.