Spaghetti Carbonara
Spaghetti Carbonara is a classic Italian pasta dish made with eggs, cheese, pancetta, and pepper. It’s rich, creamy (without using cream), and quick to prepare — perfect for a comforting weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 4 oz pancetta or thick-cut bacon, diced
- 2 large eggs
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan or Pecorino Romano cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti until al dente according to package directions. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain.
- While the pasta cooks, heat a skillet over medium heat. Add pancetta and cook until crispy, about 4–5 minutes. Add garlic in the last minute if using.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, egg yolk, and grated cheese. Season with a pinch of black pepper.
- Return hot drained pasta to the skillet with pancetta. Remove from heat.
- Quickly pour egg mixture over pasta, tossing vigorously to coat. Add reserved pasta water a little at a time until a creamy sauce forms.
- Serve immediately topped with more cheese, pepper, and parsley if desired.
Notes
- Use freshly grated cheese for the best texture and flavor.
- Work quickly when combining eggs with hot pasta to avoid scrambling.
- Pecorino Romano offers a sharper, saltier flavor than Parmesan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
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