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Authentic Carbonara

A creamy and rich pasta dish made with pancetta and Parmesan, perfect for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Main Ingredients
  • 200 g spaghetti Cook according to package instructions.
  • 100 g pancetta Cook until crispy.
  • 2 large egg yolks Use fresh for best results.
  • 50 g grated Parmesan cheese Can substitute with Pecorino Romano.
  • 1 clove garlic Optional, adds flavor when sautéed.
  • Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper Season wisely.
  • Parsley for garnish Parsley for garnish Optional, brightens dish presentation.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions in salted water until al dente.
  2. In a pan, cook the pancetta until crispy. Optionally, add minced garlic and sauté for a minute.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, grated Parmesan, and a pinch of pepper.
Combining Ingredients
  1. Once the pasta is cooked, reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti.
  2. Add the hot pasta to the pan with pancetta and mix well.
  3. Remove from heat and quickly stir in the egg mixture, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time until you achieve a creamy consistency.
Serving
  1. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan and parsley if desired.

Notes

This dish keeps well in the fridge for about 2-3 days. Reheat with a splash of water or chicken broth to restore creaminess. Fresh eggs enhance creaminess and flavor.