Spaghetti Carbonara Recipe
Classic Italian pasta with bacon, egg, and parmesan.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Sauce
Meat
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 1
Boil the Water
Fill a large pot with water and add a generous amount of salt. Bring to a rolling boil over high heat.
- 2
Cook the Spaghetti
Add the spaghetti to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, typically about 8-10 minutes.
- 3
Reserve Pasta Water
Before draining the spaghetti, reserve about 1 cup of the pasta cooking water.
- 4
Drain the Spaghetti
Drain the spaghetti and set aside. Do not rinse the pasta.
Preparing the Sauce
- 5
Whisk the Eggs and Cheese
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, grated Parmesan cheese, and black pepper until well combined.
Cooking the Meat
- 6
Cook the Bacon
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the diced bacon or pancetta. Cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes.
- 7
Combine with Spaghetti
Once the bacon is crispy, add the drained spaghetti to the skillet and toss to combine, allowing the pasta to absorb the flavors.
Finishing the Dish
- 8
- 9
Season and Serve
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and more black pepper if needed. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and black pepper.
