If you want to taste real Italian home cooking, Spaghetti Carbonara is one of the most loved and authentic recipes in Italy. It is creamy, rich, and surprisingly simple — made with only a few fresh ingredients.
🛒 Ingredients
- 400g spaghetti
- 150g pancetta or beef bacon
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 garlic cloves (optional)
- Salt and black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
👩🍳 How to Prepare
- Boil the spaghetti in salted water until al dente. Drain and keep one cup of pasta water.
- In a pan, heat olive oil and fry the pancetta until golden and crispy.
- In a bowl, mix eggs with Parmesan cheese and plenty of black pepper.
- Add hot spaghetti to the pan and turn off the heat.
- Quickly pour the egg mixture over the pasta mixing while fast so it becomes creamy, not scrambled.
- Add a little pasta water if needed to make it silky and smooth.
🍽 Serving Tips
- Serve immediately while hot.
- Top with extra Parmesan and black pepper.
- Add fresh parsley for color and aroma.
🌍 Why This Dish Is Special
Carbonara is a true Roman classic. It is famous because it turns simple ingredients into a rich, comforting meal loved around the world.