Description
Carbonara pasta is a classic Italian dish that effortlessly combines creamy sauce, crispy pancetta, and al dente spaghetti for an irresistible meal. This comforting dish is perfect for both busy weeknights and special gatherings, bringing warmth and joy to your dinner table. With a rich flavor profile and simple preparation steps, you?ll find yourself making this delightful recipe time and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 4 oz pancetta, diced
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- 1. Boil the Pasta: In a large pot of salted water, cook spaghetti until al dente (8-10 minutes). Reserve ? cup of pasta water before draining.
- 2. Cook the Pancetta: In a skillet over medium heat, saut? pancetta until crispy (5-7 minutes).
- 3. Prepare the Sauce: Whisk together eggs, Parmesan cheese, black pepper, and minced garlic in a bowl.
- 4. Combine Everything: Add hot drained pasta to the skillet with pancetta (off heat), quickly pour in the egg mixture, stirring vigorously. Adjust creaminess with reserved pasta water if necessary.
- 5. Serve Immediately: Plate your carbonara while warm and garnish with extra Parmesan and black pepper.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Saut?ing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (260g)
- Calories: 578
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 180mg