Spaghetti Alla Carbonara

9 ingredients
13 steps

Ingredients

  • Coarse salt
  • 1 pound spaghetti
  • 4 ounces pancetta, coarsely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup freshly grated Pecorino Romano cheese
  • Freshly ground pepper

Directions

  1. 1
    Bring a large pot of water to a boil; add salt.
  2. 2
    Add the pasta; cook until al dente.
  3. 3
    Drain.
  4. 4
    While the pasta cooks, cook the pancetta in a large skillet over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, 6 to 7 minutes.
  5. 5
    Using a slotted spoon, transfer the pancetta to a bowl.
  6. 6
    Reduce heat to medium-low.
  7. 7
    Add the oil to skillet; heat until hot but not smoking.
  8. 8
    Add the garlic; cook until golden, about 3 minutes.
  9. 9
    Lightly beat the eggs in a large serving bowl; set aside.
  10. 10
    Add the pasta to skillet; toss.
  11. 11
    Transfer to the eggs.
  12. 12
    Add the cheese and pancetta; toss.
  13. 13
    Season with pepper.

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