Spaghetti Carbonara

An authentic Italian pasta dish with eggs, cheese, pancetta, and black pepper. Simple ingredients come together to create something magical.

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By Chef
July 16, 2025
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Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

15 minutes

Servings

4

Ingredients

• 1 lb spaghetti
• 6 oz pancetta or guanciale, diced
• 4 large egg yolks
• 1 whole egg
• 1 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
• 1/2 cup freshly grated Pecorino Romano
• Freshly ground black pepper
• Salt for pasta water

Instructions

1. Bring large pot of salted water to boil
2. Cook pancetta in large skillet until crispy
3. Whisk eggs and cheese in large bowl
4. Cook spaghetti according to package directions
5. Reserve 1 cup pasta cooking water
6. Add hot pasta to pancetta pan
7. Remove from heat and quickly toss with egg mixture
8. Add pasta water as needed for creaminess
9. Season with black pepper and serve immediately

Recipe Summary
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Created: 1 day ago
  • Last Updated: 1 day ago
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