Penne Carbonara Recipe
Make Penne Carbonara Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Sauce
Pancetta
Garnish
Method
Cooking the Pasta
- 1
Boil the Pasta
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the rest.
Preparing the Sauce
- 2
Mix the Sauce Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, grated Parmesan cheese, black pepper, and a pinch of salt until well combined. Set aside.
Cooking Pancetta
- 3
Cook the Pancetta
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the diced pancetta. Cook until it becomes crispy and golden brown, about 4-5 minutes. Remove from heat.
Combining Ingredients
- 4
Combine Pasta and Pancetta
Add the drained penne pasta to the skillet with the cooked pancetta. Toss to combine, allowing the pasta to absorb the flavors of the pancetta.
- 5
Serving
- 6
Garnish and Serve
Serve the pasta hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley and additional grated Parmesan cheese if desired.