Go Back
+ servings
Authentic Italian Pasta Carbonara

Authentic Italian Pasta Carbonara

Discover the creamy delight of Authentic Italian Pasta Carbonara, a quintessential dish everyone will love.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Cheese
  • 400 grams Spaghetti
  • 100 grams Pecorino Romano cheese grated
  • 50 grams Parmesan cheese grated
Meat and Eggs
  • 150 grams Pancetta diced
  • 3 large eggs
Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper freshly cracked

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • pot

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, Pecorino Romano cheese, and black pepper.
  3. In a skillet, cook the pancetta over medium heat until crispy.
  4. Drain the spaghetti and add it to the skillet with the pancetta, removing from heat.
  5. Quickly pour the egg and cheese mixture over the spaghetti, stirring continuously to create a creamy sauce.
  6. Serve immediately with additional grated cheese and black pepper.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 25gFat: 25g

Notes

Feel free to substitute pancetta with guanciale or turkey bacon for a lighter option. Add vegetables like peas or roasted garlic for extra flavor.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!