Authentic Carbonara
A classic Italian dish featuring creamy sauce, crispy pancetta, and al dente spaghetti, perfect for a quick and indulgent dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
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- 200g Pancetta, diced
- 4 Egg Yolks
- 100g Parmesan Cheese, grated
- 300g Spaghetti
- Freshly Ground Black Pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti until al dente according to package instructions.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and cook the pancetta until golden and crispy (3-4 minutes).
- In a bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Drain the spaghetti, reserving a cup of pasta water, and add hot pasta to the skillet with the pancetta.
- Off the heat, mix in the egg yolk mixture, stirring vigorously. If the sauce is too thick, add pasta water to reach desired consistency.
- Serve immediately, topped with freshly cracked black pepper and extra Parmesan.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days. Reheat gently with a splash of water or olive oil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 300mg
Find it online: https://www.simplefamilydishes.com/authentic-carbonara-recipe/