Delicious and Authentic Spaghetti alla Carbonara Recipe

Spaghetti alla Carbonara is a classic Italian pasta dish that combines simple ingredients like spaghetti, eggs, pancetta, and cheese to create a creamy and flavorful dish. This recipe stays true to the traditional preparation method for an authentic taste of Italy.

Ingredients

• 8 oz spaghetti
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
• 4 oz pancetta, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Directions

1. Cook spaghetti in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
2. In a bowl, whisk together eggs, Pecorino Romano cheese, salt, and black pepper.
3. In a skillet, cook pancetta until crispy. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
4. Add cooked spaghetti to the skillet with pancetta. Toss well to combine.
5. Remove skillet from heat and slowly pour in the egg mixture, tossing continuously to coat the pasta. Add reserved pasta water if needed to loosen sauce.
6. Serve spaghetti alla Carbonara topped with chopped parsley and extra grated cheese.

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