Spaghetti Carbonara Recipe
Pasta with pancetta, egg, cheese, and pepper
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
- 2
Prepare the Pancetta
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add pancetta and cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
- 3
Mix the Sauce
In a bowl, whisk together eggs, grated Parmesan cheese, and black pepper until well combined.
- 4
- 5
Serve
Season with additional salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
