Picture this: You're whipping up a classic Italian Carbonara in your kitchen, the kind that wraps every forkful of spaghetti with a luxuriously creamy sauce. You've crisped up some pancetta to golden perfection, and it's ready to tumble into the pasta, mingling with freshly cracked black pepper for that quintessential spicy kick. Each bite is a cheesy delight with Pecorino Romano melting through it, promising not just a meal but a mouthwatering experience. Perfect for when you want to impress or simply savor something special on an ordinary day. Ready in about half an hour—it's a delicious challenge worth taking on!
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Imagine yourself in a quaint Roman trattoria, surrounded by the buzz of lively conversations and the clinking of wine glasses. It's here that you might first fall in love with Carbonara - a dish so beautifully simple yet deeply rooted in Italian culinary tradition. As we dive into preparing this classic meal, let's bring some of that Italian charm into our kitchen. We'll start with crisping up the pancetta to golden perfection, then move on to perfectly al dente spaghetti. The magic happens when these elements combine with a silky sauce of eggs and cheese, enhanced by a generous twist of pepper. Let’s get everything ready to create this comforting plate that promises to transport you straight to Italy!
Steps to follow
1
Cut the pancetta into small pieces and sauté in a pan with a little olive oil until crispy.
2
In a large pot, boil water with salt and cook the spaghetti until al dente, then drain, reserving some pasta water.
3
While the pasta cooks, whisk together the eggs, egg yolk, Pecorino Romano, and plenty of freshly ground black pepper in a bowl.
4
Combine the drained spaghetti and the cooked pancetta in the pan, remove from heat, and quickly toss with the egg mixture, adding reserved pasta water as needed to create a creamy sauce.
5
Serve immediately, garnished with additional Pecorino Romano cheese and a sprinkle of freshly ground black pepper.
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