Creamy Pasta Carbonara

25 mins 4 servings Moderate Italian

Classic Italian pasta with a creamy sauce, pancetta, and parmesan cheese.

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. While the pasta cooks, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced pancetta and cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs and grated Parmesan cheese. Season with black pepper.
  4. Working quickly, add the hot drained pasta to the skillet with the pancetta. Pour the egg mixture over the pasta, tossing constantly to coat.
  5. Add a splash of the reserved pasta water to create a creamy sauce. Continue tossing until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  6. Serve immediately, topped with additional Parmesan cheese and black pepper.

Ingredients

  • 400g spaghetti
  • 200g pancetta, diced
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • Salt for pasta water
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (optional)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Tips & Notes

  • Use freshly grated Parmesan for best results
  • Work quickly to prevent the eggs from scrambling
  • Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency
  • For a traditional version, omit garlic

Nutrition Information

650
Calories
32g
Protein
25g
Fat
75g
Carbs
3g
Fiber