Spaghetti Alla Carbonara Recipe

Name: Spaghetti Alla Carbonara
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 4 garlic cloves, crushed; 23 lb pancetta, cut into 1/2-inch long strips; ⅔ cup white wine; 1 lb dried spaghetti; ⅔ cup finely grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese; ¼ cup finely grated pecorino romano cheese; 2 tablespoons finely chopped flat leaf parsley; 2 large eggs; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

1
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2
Add garlic and cook until golden, about 1 minute.
3
Remove and discard garlic.
4
Add pancetta strips and cook until edges are crisp, 5-6 minutes.
5
Add wine and simmer until thickened, 2-3 minutes.
6
Remove from heat.
7
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.
8
Add spaghetti and cook aldente.
9
Drain, reserving 1/4 cup pasta water.
10
In a large bowl, whisk together cheeses, parsley, and eggs.
11
Slowly drizzle in reserved pasta water while whisking constantly.
12
Add spaghetti, along with reserved pancetta mixture.
13
Season with salt and a generous amount of pepper.
14
Toss to combine.

427

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 4 garlic cloves, crushed, 23 lb pancetta, cut into 1/2-inch long strips, ⅔ cup white wine, and more.

Yes, Spaghetti Alla Carbonara falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spaghetti Alla Carbonara

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Variations & substitutions

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