A timeless Italian classic, Spaghetti Carbonara features al dente pasta tossed with crispy pancetta, creamy eggs, Parmesan cheese, and a hint of black pepper. Simple, indulgent, and ready in minutes.
Yields4 ServingsPrep Time10 minsCook Time10 minsTotal Time20 mins
400gSpaghetti
150gPancetta or guanciale (cut into small cubes)
4Eggs
100gParmesan cheese
1tbspOlive oil
Salt
Black pepper — freshly ground
1
Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti until al dente according to package instructions. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain.
2
Step 2: While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add pancetta and cook until crispy, about 4–5 minutes. Remove from heat.
3
Step 3: In a bowl, whisk together eggs, Parmesan cheese, and a pinch of black pepper until smooth.
4
Step 4: Add hot pasta to the skillet with pancetta. Pour in egg mixture and quickly toss to coat, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time until creamy.
5
Step 5: Top with extra Parmesan and freshly ground black pepper. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
4 servings
Serving size
220
Amount per serving
Calories528
% Daily Value *
Total Fat21.4g28%
Total Carbohydrate62.3g23%
Protein21.8g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Ingredients
400gSpaghetti
150gPancetta or guanciale (cut into small cubes)
4Eggs
100gParmesan cheese
1tbspOlive oil
Salt
Black pepper — freshly ground
Directions
1
Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti until al dente according to package instructions. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain.
2
Step 2: While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add pancetta and cook until crispy, about 4–5 minutes. Remove from heat.
3
Step 3: In a bowl, whisk together eggs, Parmesan cheese, and a pinch of black pepper until smooth.
4
Step 4: Add hot pasta to the skillet with pancetta. Pour in egg mixture and quickly toss to coat, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time until creamy.
5
Step 5: Top with extra Parmesan and freshly ground black pepper. Serve immediately.
Notes
Spaghetti Carbonara – Classic Italian Pasta with Creamy Sauce
