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Classic Pasta Carbonara


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  • Author: seliane
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

A timeless Italian dish featuring creamy sauce, crispy pancetta, and perfectly cooked spaghetti, delivering comfort in every bite.


Ingredients

  • Spaghetti
  • Pancetta
  • Eggs
  • Parmesan cheese
  • Black pepper
  • Salt


Instructions

  1. Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.
  2. In a skillet, cook pancetta over medium heat until crispy.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together eggs, grated Parmesan cheese, and black pepper.
  4. Drain pasta and reserve some pasta water.
  5. Add hot pasta to the skillet with pancetta, remove from heat.
  6. Quickly add egg mixture, tossing to combine and create a creamy sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed.
  7. Season with salt and more Parmesan before serving.

Notes

For optimal creaminess, use freshly grated Parmesan and be careful not to scramble the eggs.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 210mg