Spaghetti Carbonara Recipe

Inspired by Tonino

Time30m

Serves4

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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, typically about 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti.

2
Mix the Sauce
In a bowl, whisk together the eggs and grated Parmesan cheese until well combined. Season with black pepper to taste. Set aside.

3
Cook the Pancetta/Guanciale
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the pancetta or guanciale. Cook until crispy and golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat.

4
Combine Everything
Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the cooked pancetta. Toss to combine over low heat. Pour in the egg and cheese mixture, quickly tossing to coat the spaghetti. If the sauce is too thick, gradually add reserved pasta water until desired creaminess is achieved.

5
Serve the Carbonara
Serve immediately, garnished with additional grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley as desired.