Spaghetti Carbonara Recipe
Classic Italian pasta dish with eggs, cheese, pancetta, and pepper.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Sauce
Meat
Garnish
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Spaghetti
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. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta water, then drain the spaghetti.
Sauce Preparation
- 2
Prepare the Carbonara Sauce
In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, grated Parmesan cheese, and black pepper until well combined. Set aside.
Cooking Pancetta
- 3
Cook the Pancetta
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the diced pancetta. Cook until crispy and golden, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat.
Combining Ingredients
- 4
Serving
- 5
Garnish and Serve
Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley and additional Parmesan cheese if desired. Enjoy your homemade Spaghetti Carbonara!
