This super simple Spaghetti alla Carbonara recipe is made with pancetta, eggs, and Parmigiano Reggiano. A timeless classic Italian recipe that’s creamy, rich and beyond delicious. You don’t need much to make this dish yet, it’s so satisfying, delicious and makes the ultimate 15-minute dinner!
Helpful Tip:
* You can use Parmigiano Reggiano or Pecorino Romano (or a combination of both) to make this recipe. Parmigiano Reggiano is easier for me to find so that’s what I use.
*Do not drain any of the fat from the skillet as it adds a ton of flavor!
*Do not have pancetta? Substitute with thick-cut bacon, or guanciale
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- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cook time: 15 minutes
You may be surprised to find out that Spaghetti Carbonara is the easiest pasta dish you’ll ever make! With just a handful of ingredients, you’ll have a creamy pasta dish loaded with Parmesan cheese and crisp pork that’s out of this world! Oh, and it’s ready in just 15 minutes! What more can you ask for?
Ingredients
- 4 oz pancetta, cut into 1/4 inch
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp ground black pepper
- 12 tbsp grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
- 8 oz spaghetti , (half the box)
- 1 cup reserved pasta water
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
Method
- 1)
Cook pancetta with olive oil and 1 teaspoon ground black pepper in a Dutch oven or (Deep Skillet) over medium-low heat until almost crisp, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to low
- 2)
Whisk eggs, 6 tablespoons Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese and 1 teaspoon ground black pepper in a bowl. Set aside.
- 3)
Make your pasta according to box direction
- 4)
Pour reserved pasta water into Dutch oven (or Deep Skillet) add peas and reduce to low heat. Add drained spaghetti into the pancetta-pepper mixture. Stir to combine.
- 5)
Slowly pour egg mixture into the pasta mixture; cook, stirring constantly until the egg mixture forms a thick sauce, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
- 6)
Stir remaining 3 tablespoons Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese and 3 tablespoons Pecorino Romano cheese into the pasta mixture and serve.
Notes
Please note: 8oz of spaghetti is only half the box. If you want to make the whole box double the ingredients!
