Carbonara
Serves 4
10 mins prep
20 mins cook
30 mins total
A traditional Italian pasta dish that consists of spaghetti dressed with a sauce made from eggs, pecorino cheese, and pancetta. It emphasizes the importance of using no cream, focusing on the simplicity of the ingredients. This recipe features a savory combination of pancetta, garlic, and freshly ground black pepper, resulting in a deliciously creamy sauce when mixed with reserved pasta water. It may take a few attempts to perfect, but it's always a delightful dish.
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1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. 2: Cook spaghetti for 6-7 minutes until al dente. 3: Cook pancetta for 4 minutes until it starts to get crispy, then add garlic and cook for another minute. 4: Reserve a cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti and add it to the pancetta and garlic mixture; remove from heat. 5: Combine 2 eggs and pecorino cheese in a bowl, stir vigorously, then add pepper and some reserved pasta water. 6: Pour the sauce over the pasta and stir to avoid the eggs from scrambling. 7: Top with additional pepper and chili flakes for a little kick.