Super Easy Pasta Carbonara
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Super Easy Pasta Carbonara, a quick and satisfying meal perfect for busy weeknights. Featuring silky spaghetti coated in a rich sauce of creamy egg yolks and freshly grated Parmesan cheese, this classic Italian recipe comes together in just 25 minutes. Crispy pancetta (or bacon) and a hint of garlic add irresistible depth, while a splash of reserved pasta water ensures the perfect sauce consistency. With minimal ingredients and simple techniques, this fuss-free carbonara is both beginner-friendly and authentically delicious. Serve it freshly made, topped with extra Parmesan and cracked black pepper, for a restaurant-worthy dinner at home.
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Ingredients
- 400 grams Spaghetti
- 4 large Egg yolks
- 100 grams Parmesan cheese
- 150 grams Pancetta (or bacon)
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining the spaghetti.
Step 2
In a bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and grated Parmesan cheese until smooth. Set aside.
Step 3
Dice the pancetta (or bacon) into small cubes. Peel and crush the garlic cloves.
Step 4
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil. Once hot, add the pancetta and cook until crispy, about 4-5 minutes. Remove the garlic cloves after they infuse their flavor, approximately 2 minutes.
Step 5
Reduce the heat to low. Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the pancetta and toss to combine.
Step 6
Quickly pour the egg yolk and Parmesan mixture over the hot spaghetti, stirring constantly to create a creamy sauce. Add a splash of reserved pasta water, one tablespoon at a time, if the sauce is too thick.
Step 7
Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Step 8
Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and black pepper if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (196.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 753.2 |
| Total Fat 60.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 26.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 826.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3037.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 9.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 0.5g | |
| Protein 43.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 73.2IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1005.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 127.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories