Description
A classic Italian dish that combines spaghetti with a creamy sauce made from eggs, cheese, and pancetta or guanciale, delivering a rich and comforting flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 400g Spaghetti
- 3 large Eggs
- 150g grated Parmesan cheese
- 150g Guanciale or Pancetta
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Salt
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti in a large pot of salted water according to package instructions until al dente.
- Fry the guanciale or pancetta in a large pan over medium heat until crispy.
- Whisk together the eggs and grated Parmesan in a bowl.
- Transfer the cooked spaghetti directly from the water to the pan with the crispy bacon.
- Add the egg mixture to the pasta, stirring quickly to create a creamy sauce.
- Season with freshly ground black pepper and serve immediately, with extra Parmesan on top.
Notes
For a unique twist, try adding peas or asparagus, or consider experimenting with cheeses like gorgonzola for deeper flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 300mg