Spaghetti Carbonara Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the pancetta/guanciale
Cut the pancetta or guanciale into small cubes or strips.
2
Beat the eggs
In a bowl, beat the eggs and mix in grated Parmesan cheese, black pepper, and a pinch of salt.

3
Boil the pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
4
Reserve pasta water
Before draining, reserve about 1 cup of the pasta cooking water.
5
Drain the pasta
Drain the spaghetti, but do not rinse.

6
Cook the pancetta/guanciale
In a large skillet, cook the pancetta or guanciale over medium heat until crispy, about 5-7 minutes.
7
Combine spaghetti with pancetta
Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the pancetta and toss to combine.
8
Add egg mixture
Remove the skillet from heat. Quickly pour the egg and cheese mixture over the pasta, tossing to combine. Add reserved pasta water gradually until the sauce reaches desired creaminess.

9
Plate and garnish
Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley if desired.