Description
Pasta Carbonara is a classic Italian dish that combines the rich flavors of crispy pancetta, creamy eggs, and Parmesan cheese, all enveloped in perfectly cooked spaghetti. This comforting meal is quick to prepare, making it an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Each forkful offers a delightful blend of textures and tastes that transport you straight to Italy. Impress your family or guests with this effortless yet gourmet recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 4 oz pancetta or guanciale, diced
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti until al dente (8-10 minutes).
- In a pan over medium heat, sauté pancetta until crispy (6-8 minutes).
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs and Parmesan until smooth.
- Drain pasta (reserve some water), add it to the pan with pancetta off heat, and pour in the egg mixture while tossing quickly.
- Add reserved pasta water gradually for desired creaminess.
- Season with black pepper and additional Parmesan if desired. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 210mg