Classic Spaghetti Carbonara

Name: Classic Spaghetti Carbonara
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4.6 pinch 1 pound spaghetti; 0.5 gal 4 ounces pancetta, diced; 9 can 4 large eggs; 6.5 pt 2 large egg yolks; 4.5 to taste 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving; 9.1 pt 1 teaspoon black pepper, plus more for serving; 6.8 can Salt, to taste

Classic Spaghetti Carbonara - RecipeFund

By Kathryn James

November 11, 2025

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This classic spaghetti carbonara recipe is a delightful and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion. The rich and creamy sauce, made with eggs, Parmesan cheese, and crispy pancetta, coats the perfectly cooked spaghetti to create a satisfying and flavorful meal. This carbonara recipe is a testament to the beauty of simple ingredients combined with skill, offering an authentic taste of Italian comfort food. The key to perfect carbonara is achieving the right balance of flavors and textures, ensuring the sauce is creamy but not scrambled, and the pancetta is crisp without being burnt. This version uses traditional techniques, passed down through generations, to bring a little piece of Italy to your dining table.

Ingredients

1 pound spaghetti - 4.6 pinch
4 ounces pancetta, diced - 0.5 gal
4 large eggs - 9.0 can
2 large egg yolks - 6.5 pt
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving - 4.5 to taste
1 teaspoon black pepper, plus more for serving - 9.1 pt
Salt, to taste - 6.8 can

4 Servings

Cooking Steps

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package directions until al dente.

Step 2

While the pasta is cooking, dice the pancetta and cook in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove the pancetta from the skillet and set aside, reserving about 2 tablespoons of the rendered fat in the pan.

Step 3

In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg yolks, grated Parmesan cheese, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 4

Drain the spaghetti, reserving about 1 cup of the pasta water. Add the spaghetti to the skillet with the reserved pancetta fat. Toss to coat.

Step 5

Remove the skillet from the heat. Immediately pour the egg mixture over the hot spaghetti, tossing constantly to create a creamy sauce. Add a little of the reserved pasta water at a time if the sauce is too thick.

Step 6

Stir in the crispy pancetta. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and black pepper.

Step 7

Enjoy your delicious Spaghetti Carbonara!

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