Description
Classic Spaghetti Carbonara is an Italian culinary triumph, cherished for its rich, creamy sauce enveloping al dente spaghetti. With simple yet high-quality ingredients, it’s a delicious dish that impresses family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 400g spaghetti
- 150g pancetta or guanciale, diced
- 2 large eggs
- 100g pecorino Romano cheese, grated
- Freshly cracked black pepper
- Salt for pasta water
- Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook until al dente based on package instructions.
- In a large frying pan over medium heat, cook the diced pancetta or guanciale until crispy and golden.
- Reserve some pasta water, drain the spaghetti, and add it to the pan with the pancetta. In a bowl, whisk together eggs and grated pecorino Romano, then pour over the spaghetti with a splash of reserved pasta water. Mix vigorously to create a creamy sauce.
- Plate the spaghetti carbonara, garnishing with extra cheese, pancetta, freshly cracked black pepper, and optionally chopped parsley. Enjoy!
Notes
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Reheat gently, adding a splash of water or cream to restore creaminess.
- Pair with a fresh green salad and light Italian wine for an enhanced dining experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450 Kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 200mg