Delicious Spaghetti Carbonara for Quick Dinners

Delicious Spaghetti Carbonara for Quick Dinners

This spaghetti carbonara is a creamy, savory dish featuring al dente pasta, rich pancetta, and a silky sauce made with eggs and cheese, perfect for weeknight dinners.

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Italian

Keyword: spaghetti, carbonara, quick dinner

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 20

Total Time: 30

Servings: servings

Calories: 300kcal

Author: Laura Daniel

Equipment

Large pot
Frying pan
Mixing bowl
Whisk

Ingredients

Group: Main Dish Ingredients

12 oz spaghetti or pasta of choice
4 oz pancetta, diced
1 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Group: Sauce Ingredients

2 large eggs
1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground to taste

Instructions

Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
In a large frying pan, cook the pancetta over medium heat until crispy. Remove from heat.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, cheese, and black pepper until smooth.
Add the hot spaghetti to the pancetta along with a splash of reserved pasta water. Quickly stir in the egg mixture to create a creamy sauce.
Serve immediately with extra cheese and pepper if desired.

Notes

Be cautious not to overheat the sauce once the eggs are added; high heat can cause them to scramble instead of creating a smooth, creamy coating for the pasta.

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