Description
Authentic Pasta Carbonara is a classic Italian dish made with simple ingredients that create a rich and creamy sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces spaghetti or fettuccine
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
- 4 ounces pancetta or guanciale, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti or fettuccine and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and grated Pecorino Romano cheese until well combined. Set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add the diced pancetta or guanciale. Cook until crispy, about 4-5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Remove the skillet from heat and add the drained pasta to the skillet, tossing to combine with the pancetta and garlic.
- Quickly pour the egg and cheese mixture over the hot pasta, tossing continuously to create a creamy sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until desired consistency is reached.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately, garnished with additional Pecorino Romano cheese and chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, try using a mix of Pecorino Romano and Parmesan cheese.
- If you prefer a vegetarian version, substitute the pancetta with sautéed mushrooms or roasted vegetables for added texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: Authentic Pasta Carbonara, Italian pasta recipe