Spaghetti alla Carbonara

Directions

1. 1
   Boil the spaghetti in salted water until it is al dente.
2. 2
   Drain and set aside.
3. 3
   Beat the eggs.
4. 4
   Add the black pepper and cheese to the beaten eggs.
5. 5
   Set aside.
6. 6
   Add cream to this mixture, if desired, for a creamier dish.
7. 7
   Put the oil in a saucepan with the pancetta, and saute for 5 minutes.
8. 8
   Add the spaghetti into the pan and saute for another 3 minutes.
9. 9
   Turn off the flame (this is important) and add the egg and cheese mixture to the pasta and mix.
10. 10
    Serve with additional Pecorino Romano on top.