Spaghetti Carbonara

Directions

1. 1
   Cook pasta according to package instructions or until al dente.
2. 2
   While pasta is cooking, heat a large skillet on medium-high heat.
3. 3
   Add the pancetta (or thick cut bacon) and cook until crisp (approximately 6 minutes).
4. 4
   Remove all but 1 tablespoon of the fat.
5. 5
   Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water and then drain the pasta.
6. 6
   Add the past to the skillet of pancetta and toss to combine.
7. 7
   In a large bowl, whisk the eggs with the egg yolks.
8. 8
   Turn off the heat under the skillet, add the eggs and 1 cup of cheese, and toss thoroughly to combine.
9. 9
   Add the reserved pasta water as needed to thin the sauce to the desired consistency.
10. 10
    Season with salt and a generous amount of freshly ground black pepper, to taste.
11. 11
    Serve immediately with the remaining 1/4c of cheese sprinkled on top.