Ultimate Spaghetti Carbonara
Ultimate Spaghetti Carbonara is a culinary delight that combines the rich flavors of pancetta and creamy egg sauce, creating a dish that’s both comforting and luxurious. This quick recipe transforms simple ingredients into a restaurant-quality meal in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve piping hot, garnished with extra Parmesan and cracked black pepper, and watch your friends and family savor every bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 4 oz thick-cut pancetta (or bacon)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- Sea salt (for boiling pasta)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté diced pancetta until crispy.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, Parmesan, and black pepper until combined.
- Add drained spaghetti to the skillet with pancetta (off the heat). Quickly stir in the egg mixture, adding reserved pasta water as needed to create a creamy sauce.
- Serve immediately with extra Parmesan and black pepper on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 485
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 190mg
Keywords: - For added sweetness, consider tossing in frozen peas or fresh herbs like parsley. - If you want a unique twist, try using smoked bacon or incorporating garlic for an extra flavor kick.