Ingredients
– 400g spaghetti
– 150g pancetta or guanciale, diced
– 3 large eggs
– 100g Pecorino Romano cheese, grated
– 50g Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, grated
– Freshly cracked black pepper
– Salt, to taste
– Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Creating Spaghetti Carbonara is straightforward if you follow these steps:
1. Boil the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
2. Prepare the Sauce: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, Pecorino Romano, and Parmigiano-Reggiano until well combined. Add a generous amount of black pepper.
3. Cook the Pancetta: In a large skillet over medium heat, add the diced pancetta or guanciale. Cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Reserve Pasta Water: Before draining the pasta, reserve about 1 cup of the pasta water.
5. Combine Pasta and Pancetta: Once the spaghetti is cooked, drain it and immediately add it to the skillet with the pancetta. Toss to combine.
6. Add Egg Mixture: Remove the skillet from heat. Quickly pour the egg and cheese mixture over the hot pasta, tossing vigorously to create a creamy sauce. Add reserved pasta water as needed to achieve desired consistency.
7. Season: Taste and season with additional salt and black pepper if needed.
8. Serve: Plate the pasta and sprinkle with extra Pecorino Romano and chopped parsley if desired.
These steps will guide you in creating this incredible dish effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 600 kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 25g