Spaghetti Carbonara Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

Pasta with pancetta, egg, and Parmesan cheese.

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Pasta
In a large pot, bring 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
Cook the Pancetta
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the pancetta and cook until crispy, about 4-5 minutes. Remove from heat.
3
Mix Eggs and Cheese
In a bowl, whisk together the eggs and grated Parmesan cheese until smooth. Add black pepper to taste.
4
Combine Everything
Add the hot spaghetti to the skillet with pancetta, tossing to combine. Quickly pour the egg and cheese mixture over the pasta, stirring rapidly to create a creamy sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until desired consistency is reached.
5
Serve
Plate the carbonara and garnish with additional Parmesan cheese and black pepper. Serve immediately.