Simple Pasta Carbonara

Ingredients

• 200 grams Spaghetti
• 100 grams Pancetta
• 2 units Large Eggs
• 50 grams Pecorino Romano Cheese
• 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 1 pinch Salt(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti for 8-10 minutes until al dente.

2. 2

   While the pasta cooks, fry the diced pancetta in a large skillet over medium heat for 5 minutes until crispy.

3. 3

   In a small bowl, whisk the eggs and finely grated Pecorino Romano together until well combined.

4. 4

   Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti and add it to the skillet with the pancetta, removing from heat immediately.

5. 5

   Quickly pour the egg and cheese mixture over the hot pasta, tossing vigorously and adding splashes of pasta water as needed to create a creamy sauce without scrambling the eggs.