Description
Indulge in this creamy carbonara pasta, featuring perfectly cooked spaghetti enveloped in a rich sauce and topped with crispy pancetta for an unforgettable comfort food experience.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Pasta:
- 8 oz spaghetti or fettuccine
For the Sauce:
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
For the Topping:
- 4 oz pancetta, diced
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Pasta:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti or fettuccine and cook according to package instructions until al dente (approximately 8-10 minutes). Reserve about a cup of pasta water, then drain.
- 2. Prepare the Pancetta:
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the diced pancetta until crispy and golden brown (about 4-5 minutes).
- 3. Whisk Eggs and Cheese:
- In a bowl, whisk together the eggs and grated Parmesan cheese until well combined. Season generously with freshly cracked black pepper.
- 4. Combine Pasta and Pancetta:
- Add the drained pasta to the skillet with crispy pancetta. Toss together until well mixed.
- 5. Create the Creamy Sauce:
- Remove from heat and quickly pour in the egg mixture while stirring vigorously to create a creamy sauce without scrambling the eggs. Gradually add reserved pasta water until reaching desired creaminess.
- 6. Serve It Up:
- Plate immediately, garnishing with chopped parsley and additional Parmesan if desired. Enjoy your delicious homemade carbonara pasta!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (240g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 74g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 210mg