Difficulty:Moderate | Serves: 4
Rich, creamy, and packed with bold flavors—Spaghetti Carbonara is a timeless Italian favorite! 🍝✨ Made with perfectly cooked pasta, crispy pancetta, and a luscious sauce of eggs, cheese, and black pepper, this dish is a comforting yet elegant meal. Every bite delivers a silky, cheesy texture with just the right amount of smoky goodness.
Ingredients For Spaghetti Carbonara�
🔥 For the Pasta:
☑ 12 oz (340g) spaghetti 🍝
☑ 4 oz (115g) pancetta or guanciale, diced 🥓
☑ 2 large eggs + 2 egg yolks 🥚
☑ ¾ cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese 🧀
☑ 1 teaspoon🥄 black pepper, freshly cracked 🌿
☑ Salt, to taste 🧂
🔥 For Garnishing:
☑ Extra Pecorino Romano 🧀
☑ More black pepper 🌿
👩🍳 Cooking StepsFor Spaghetti Carbonara�
🔥 Step 1: Cook the Pasta
1️⃣ Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook spaghetti until al dente.
2️⃣ Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
🔥 Step 2: Prepare the Pancetta
1️⃣ In a large skillet, cook pancetta over medium heat until crispy, about 4–5 minutes.
2️⃣ Remove from heat and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pan.
🔥 Step 3: Make the Carbonara Sauce
1️⃣ In a bowl, whisk together eggs, egg yolks, cheese, and black pepper.
2️⃣ Slowly add a few tablespoons of warm pasta water while whisking to temper the eggs.
🔥 Step 4: Combine Everything
1️⃣ Add the drained pasta to the skillet with pancetta and toss to coat in the fat.
2️⃣ Remove from heat and pour in the egg mixture, stirring quickly to create a creamy sauce (avoid scrambling the eggs!).
3️⃣ If needed, add reserved pasta water to reach the desired consistency.
🔥 Step 5: Serve & Enjoy
1️⃣ Plate the pasta and top with extra Pecorino Romano and black pepper.
2️⃣ Serve immediately and enjoy this rich and indulgent Italian classic! 🇮🇹✨
Silky, cheesy, and full of flavor—Spaghetti Carbonara is the perfect dish to impress and indulge! 🍝
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