Description
A classic Italian pasta dish made with spaghetti, pancetta, eggs, and Parmesan cheese, creating a rich and creamy sauce that delights the palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 400g spaghetti
- 150g pancetta
- 3 large eggs (use yolks only)
- 100g freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Salt (to taste)
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water; add spaghetti and cook until al dente (8-10 minutes).
- While pasta cooks, dice pancetta and cook in a skillet over medium heat until golden and crisp (5-7 minutes).
- In a mixing bowl, whisk the egg yolks and grated Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Once pasta is cooked, reserve 1 cup of pasta water then drain spaghetti.
- Add hot spaghetti to the skillet with pancetta; remove from heat and mix in egg and cheese mixture quickly.
- Add reserved pasta water gradually if sauce is too thick; season with black pepper.
- Serve immediately, garnishing with more cheese and black pepper.
Notes
For best results, use fresh, high-quality ingredients. Avoid pre-grated cheese for improved flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
Keywords: carbonara, pasta, Italian cuisine, spaghetti, quick dinner
