Pasta with Carbonara Sauce
Pasta with Carbonara Sauce is a comforting dish that combines creamy egg and cheese sauce with crispy pancetta, making it a quick and delicious meal perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Pasta Ingredients
- 400 g spaghetti or your favorite pasta Feel free to swap with whole wheat or gluten-free options.
- 2 large eggs The magic ingredient that creates a luscious sauce.
- 100 g Pecorino Romano cheese, grated Parmesan works too if you navigate your cheese aisle differently.
- Freshly cracked black pepper To taste; the more, the merrier for that peppery kick!
- Sea salt For pasta water, but keep it light since the cheese and pancetta are salty.
Pancetta
- 150 g pancetta or guanciale Provides that unmistakable flavor; substitute with turkey bacon if preferred.
Instructions
Preparation
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add your pasta and cook until al dente. Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water before draining it.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the pancetta and cook, stirring occasionally, until crispy and golden.
Create the Sauce
- In a bowl, whisk together the eggs and grated cheese until well combined, then season with black pepper.
- Once the pasta is cooked and drained, immediately add it to the skillet with the crispy pancetta. Remove from heat.
- Quickly pour the egg and cheese mixture over the hot pasta. Stir vigorously to cook the eggs slightly and form a creamy sauce.
Serving
- Plate your carbonara and garnish with extra cheese and freshly cracked black pepper.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for better flavor, and remember that pasta water is key to adjusting the sauce's consistency.