Classic Spaghetti Carbonara
A traditional Italian pasta dish made with eggs, cheese, pancetta, and pepper. Perfect for a quick and delicious dinner!
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Frying Pan
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 400 grams spaghetti uncooked
- 150 grams pancetta diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 eggs large
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated
- 1/4 cup Pecorino cheese grated
- 1 tsp black pepper freshly ground
- to taste salt
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water and cook spaghetti until al dente.
- In a frying pan, cook the pancetta until crispy, then add garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, Parmesan, Pecorino, and black pepper.
- Drain spaghetti and immediately toss with the pancetta mixture in the frying pan.
- Remove from heat and quickly mix in the egg and cheese mixture, stirring until creamy.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan and black pepper.
Notes
Make sure to use freshly grated cheese for the best flavor. Avoid adding cream; the creaminess comes from the eggs and cheese.
