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Creamy One-Pot Spaghetti Carbonara

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A quick and easy one-pot spaghetti carbonara recipe that delivers creamy, comforting pasta with crispy pancetta and a silky sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces (225 grams) dried spaghetti
  • 4 ounces (115 grams) pancetta, diced
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1 cup (about 100 grams) Parmesan cheese, finely grated
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 cups (720 ml) chicken broth or water
  • Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs, 1 egg yolk, and the grated Parmesan cheese. Add freshly cracked black pepper and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large deep skillet or wide pot. Add diced pancetta and cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Add minced garlic during the last minute of cooking. Remove from heat but keep pancetta and garlic in the pan.
  3. Add dry spaghetti and chicken broth or water to the pan. Stir to submerge the pasta. Return heat to medium and bring to a gentle simmer.
  4. Cook pasta uncovered, stirring frequently to prevent sticking, for about 10-12 minutes until pasta is al dente and most liquid is absorbed.
  5. Remove pan from heat. Quickly pour the egg and cheese mixture over the pasta, stirring vigorously to coat all strands and create a creamy sauce. Add a splash of reserved pasta water or broth if sauce is too thick.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and more black pepper if needed. Serve immediately, optionally garnished with extra Parmesan or fresh parsley.

Notes

Remove pan from heat before adding egg mixture to prevent scrambling. Stir quickly and vigorously to create a smooth, creamy sauce. Keep some pasta water reserved to adjust sauce consistency if needed. Use good quality pancetta for best flavor. For gluten-free, use gluten-free pasta alternatives. For vegetarian, omit pancetta and add sautéed mushrooms or smoked paprika.

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Keywords: one-pot, spaghetti carbonara, creamy pasta, pancetta, quick dinner, comfort food, easy recipe

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