🍝 Classic Spaghetti Carbonara 🥓

Savor the Simplicity: Quick, Comforting, Perfect for Busy Weeknights!

🍽️ Ingredients 🍽️
- 🥚 4 large eggs
- 🧀 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 🥓 8 ounces pancetta or thick-cut bacon, diced
- 🍝 12 ounces spaghetti
- 🧂 Salt and black pepper to taste
- 🧄 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 🌿 Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

🧑‍🍳 Directions 🧑‍🍳
1. In a large pot, bring water to a boil, salt it generously, and cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente.
2. While the pasta cooks, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the pancetta or bacon and cook until crisp, about 5-7 minutes. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and Parmesan cheese until well combined. Season with a pinch of salt and plenty of freshly ground black pepper.
4. Once the pasta is cooked, reserve 1 cup of pasta water and then drain the spaghetti. Quickly add the hot spaghetti to the skillet with the pancetta and garlic. Remove from heat.
5. Pour the egg and cheese mixture over the hot pasta, tossing rapidly to combine. The heat of the pasta cooks the eggs, creating a creamy sauce. Add reserved pasta water a little at a time to reach the desired sauce consistency.
6. Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan and chopped parsley.

🍎 Nutritional Information 🍎
- Calories: 670 per serving
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Proteins: 29g
- Fats: 40g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Cholesterol: 215mg

💡 Tips and Tricks 💡
- For a lighter version, use half the amount of pancetta and add extra garlic.
- Ensure the pasta is hot when combining with the egg mixture to cook the eggs through safely.
- Adding pasta water helps create a silky, smooth sauce that clings to the noodles.

⏳ Preparation time 🕒
Preparation time: 10 minutes | Cooking time: 20 minutes | Serving: 4