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Spaghetti Carbonara

A classic Italian dish featuring creamy sauce, crispy pancetta, and al dente spaghetti, perfect for a comforting meal.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: spaghetti, carbonara, Italian cuisine, comfort food
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 550kcal

Ingredients

  • 200 g spaghetti
  • 100 g pancetta diced
  • 2 large eggs
  • 50 g Pecorino Romano cheese grated
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  • Boil salted water in a large pot.
  • Add spaghetti and cook until al dente.
  • In a separate pan, cook pancetta until crispy.
  • Whisk together eggs and grated cheese in a bowl.
  • Drain spaghetti, reserving some pasta water.
  • Add hot spaghetti to the pan with pancetta.
  • Remove from heat and quickly mix in the egg mixture.
  • Add reserved pasta water as needed for creaminess.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve immediately with chopped parsley and extra cheese.

Nutrition

Calories: 550kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 40g | Fiber: 2g