Spaghetti Carbonara Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

Classic spaghetti with pancetta, egg, and parmesan.

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Ingredients

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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 pasta water, then drain the spaghetti.
2
Cook the Pancetta
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the pancetta. Cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and leave the pancetta in the skillet.

3
Prepare the Egg Mixture
In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, grated Parmesan cheese, and a generous amount of black pepper until well combined.
4
Combine Spaghetti and Pancetta
Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the pancetta. Toss well to combine, ensuring the pasta is coated with the pancetta fat.
5
Create the Sauce
Remove the skillet from heat. Quickly pour the egg and cheese mixture over the hot spaghetti, tossing continuously to create a creamy sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until you reach the desired consistency.

6
Garnish and Serve
Serve the spaghetti carbonara immediately, garnished with chopped fresh parsley, additional black pepper, and extra Parmesan cheese if desired.