Spaghetti Carbonara Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 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. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti.

2. 2

   Prepare the pancetta

   In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the pancetta until crispy, about 4-5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

3. 3

   Mix the egg and cheese

   In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, grated Pecorino Romano cheese, and black pepper until well combined.

4. 4

   Combine everything

   Add the hot drained spaghetti to the skillet with the pancetta. Quickly pour the egg and cheese mixture over the spaghetti, tossing everything together to combine. If the mixture seems dry, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until creamy.

5. 5

   Serve

   Serve immediately, garnished with extra Pecorino Romano cheese and additional black pepper, if desired.