Carbonara
Creamy, savory, and utterly satisfying, Carbonara is a classic Italian dish that combines simple ingredients to create a rich and flavorful meal.
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Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 500kcal
Ingredients
- 200 g spaghetti
- 100 g pancetta or guanciale
- 2 large eggs
- 50 g grated Pecorino Romano cheese
- 50 g grated Parmesan cheese
- Freshly cracked black pepper
- Salt to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.
- Chop the pancetta or guanciale into small pieces.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the pancetta until crispy, about 5-7 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, Pecorino Romano, Parmesan, and black pepper.
- Once the pasta is done, reserve some pasta water, then drain the spaghetti.
- Add the hot spaghetti directly to the skillet with the pancetta, tossing to combine.
- Remove the skillet from heat and quickly pour the egg mixture over the pasta, stirring vigorously.
- If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time.
- Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley and extra cheese, if desired.
Nutrition
Calories: 500kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 30g | Fiber: 2g