Carbonara

Name: Carbonara
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: dry spaghetti; pancetta; garlic cloves; large eggs; shredded pecorino; freshly ground black pepper; reserved pasta water

10 mins prepServes 4

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.

4 servings

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4 oz pancetta

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Instructions

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.

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