🍝 Classic Spaghetti Carbonara 🥓

A timeless Italian dish that brings the warmth of a family kitchen to your table, perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner!

🍽️ Ingredients 🍽️
- 🧀 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 🥚 4 large eggs
- 🥓 8 ounces pancetta or thick-cut bacon, diced
- 🧂 Salt and black pepper to taste
- 🍝 12 ounces spaghetti
- 🧄 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 💧 1 tablespoon olive oil

🧑‍🍳 Directions 🧑‍🍳
1. Start by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
2. While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the pancetta or bacon and cook until crisp. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, Parmesan cheese, and a generous pinch of salt and pepper.
4. Once the pasta is drained, quickly add it to the skillet with the pancetta and garlic. Remove from heat and pour the egg and cheese mixture over the pasta, tossing rapidly to coat the strands and to prevent the eggs from scrambling.
5. Gradually add the reserved pasta water to reach a creamy consistency.
6. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, and serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.

🍎 Nutritional Information 🍎
- Calories: 670
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Proteins: 25g
- Fats: 40g

💡 Tips and Tricks 💡
- For a lighter version, substitute half of the eggs with egg whites.
- Ensure the pasta is hot when adding the egg mixture to help create a creamy sauce.
- Add a touch of parsley for color and freshness right before serving.

⏳ Preparation time 🍝
Preparation time: 15 minutes | Cooking time: 20 minutes | Serving: 4