Classic Spaghetti Carbonara

An authentic Italian pasta dish with creamy egg sauce, crispy pancetta, and cheese.

Preparation time: 10 Minutes

Cooking time: 20 Minutes

Total duration: 30 Minutes

Calories: 560, Fat: 30g, Carbs: 50g, Protein: 25g

This Classic Spaghetti Carbonara recipe is a traditional Italian dish that is quick, easy, and delicious. The creamy sauce is made from eggs, cheese, and cooked pancetta, tossed with hot spaghetti to create a smooth, rich, and flavorful dish. It's a perfect meal for any day of the week.

Ingredients

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short description

Cook the spaghetti
Fry the pancetta
Mix eggs and cheese
Combine all ingredients

detailed description

Boil spaghetti in salted water until al dente
In a separate pan, fry the pancetta until crispy
In a bowl, beat the eggs and mix in the cheese
Drain the spaghetti and reserve some pasta water. While still hot, add the spaghetti to the pancetta pan. Remove from heat. Quickly pour in the egg and cheese mixture, stirring fast to create a creamy sauce. Add pasta water if needed.
Season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately with extra cheese on top.

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