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Spaghetti Carbonara Recipe

A classic Italian pasta dish made with eggs, cheese, pancetta, and pepper.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 400 g Spaghetti
  • 200 g Pancetta diced
  • 2 Large eggs
  • 100 g Pecorino Romano cheese grated
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper freshly ground
  • 1 clove Garlic optional, peeled and crushed
  • to taste Salt

Instructions 

  1. 1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente.
  2. 2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the pancetta until crispy. If using garlic, add it to the skillet and cook until fragrant, then remove and discard.
  3. 3. In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs and mix in the grated Pecorino Romano cheese and black pepper.
  4. 4. Drain the spaghetti, reserving some of the pasta water. Add the hot spaghetti to the skillet with the pancetta and toss to combine.
  5. 5. Remove the skillet from the heat and quickly pour in the egg and cheese mixture, tossing everything together. Add reserved pasta water a little at a time to create a creamy sauce.
  6. 6. Serve immediately, garnished with extra grated cheese and black pepper if desired.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 150mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 200mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Calcium: 250mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Carbonara, Pasta
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