Difficulty Level: Beginner
Why it’s great for your cooking channel: Classic Pasta Carbonara is a fantastic recipe for your cooking channel because it’s simple yet impressive, making it perfect for both beginner and experienced cooks. The creamy sauce comes together quickly, and the combination of savory pancetta or bacon with cheese and eggs is sure to tantalize your viewers’ taste buds. Plus, it’s a classic Italian dish that many people love, so sharing your take on it will surely be a hit with your audience.
Description: Classic Pasta Carbonara is a timeless Italian favorite known for its creamy sauce made with eggs, cheese, and pancetta or bacon. It’s a quick and satisfying dish perfect for any occasion.
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Serving size: 4 servings
Ingredients:
- 400g (14 oz) spaghetti or other pasta
- 200g (7 oz) pancetta or bacon, diced
- 3 large eggs
- 100g (3.5 oz) Pecorino Romano cheese, grated (or Parmesan)
- 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set it aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the diced pancetta or bacon over medium heat until crispy and golden brown. If using garlic, add it to the skillet and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and grated cheese until well combined. Season with black pepper.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the pancetta or bacon, tossing to combine. Remove the skillet from the heat and let it cool slightly for a minute.
- Slowly pour the egg and cheese mixture over the pasta, stirring quickly to coat the pasta evenly. The residual heat will cook the eggs and create a creamy sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water to loosen it.
- Serve the Pasta Carbonara immediately, garnished with chopped parsley and additional grated cheese if desired. Enjoy your delicious Italian meal!
