Italian Spaghetti Carbonara Recipe
This Spaghetti Carbonara recipe is a classic and easy-to-make dish that will become a family favorite. With its creamy and savory flavors, it's sure to satisfy any pasta craving. This recipe serves 4 people, making it perfect for a family dinner or entertaining guests.
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Ingredients
- 1 lb Spaghetti
- 4 large Egg Yolks
- 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
- 4 oz Pancetta Diced; OR
- Bacon Diced
- 2 Garlic Cloves Minced
- Salt & Pepper To Taste
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
- While the pasta is cooking, cook the pancetta or bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes more.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and Parmesan cheese until well combined.
- Once the spaghetti is cooked, use a pasta server to transfer it to the skillet with the pancetta or bacon. Reserve a cup of the pasta water.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and pour the egg and cheese mixture over the spaghetti.
- Quickly toss the spaghetti until it is evenly coated with the egg mixture.
- If it seems dry, add some of the reserved pasta water, a little at a time, until it reaches your desired consistency.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Nutrition
Serving: 0.25total pastaCalories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 88gProtein: 25gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.04gCholesterol: 213mgSodium: 422mgPotassium: 357mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 364IUVitamin C: 0.5mgCalcium: 160mgIron: 2mg
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