Description
Heavenly “creamy pancetta pasta” whisks diners straight to Italian culinary landscapes with silky sauce and crispy pancetta. Salty, rich flavors and luxurious texture make you crave another comforting bite of pure pasta perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) spaghetti
- 4 ounces (113 grams) pancetta, diced
- 3 eggs
Dairy:
- 1 cup (100 grams) Parmesan cheese, grated
Seasonings and Aromatics:
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil water in a large pot and add spaghetti, cooking until strands reach a tender yet firm consistency, approximately 8-10 minutes. Drain pasta, reserving a small amount of cooking liquid for potential sauce adjustment.
- Render pancetta cubes in a skillet over medium heat, allowing them to transform into crispy golden morsels. This process takes around 4-5 minutes, releasing rich, savory flavors.
- Introduce minced garlic to the rendered pancetta, stirring quickly to prevent burning. The garlic should become aromatic and slightly translucent within 30-45 seconds.
- Whisk eggs and grated Parmesan cheese in a separate bowl until the mixture achieves a smooth, uniform texture with no visible egg streaks.
- Transfer drained spaghetti directly into the skillet with pancetta and garlic. Immediately pour the egg-cheese mixture over the hot pasta, continuously stirring to create a silky, creamy sauce.
- The residual heat will gently cook the eggs, transforming them into a luxurious coating. Keep stirring to prevent egg scrambling and ensure even distribution.
- Season the pasta with freshly ground black pepper and salt, tasting and adjusting seasoning as needed. The pancetta will provide additional saltiness.
- Plate the pasta immediately, garnishing with extra Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve hot to preserve the sauce’s creamy consistency.
Notes
- Pasta Selection Matters: Choose spaghetti or linguine for the best texture and sauce absorption.
- Pancetta Crispiness is Key: Cook pancetta until golden and crisp for maximum flavor and satisfying crunch.
- Egg Technique Critical: Work quickly when mixing eggs with hot pasta to create a silky, smooth sauce without scrambling.
- Temperature Control Crucial: Remove skillet from heat before adding garlic to prevent burning and bitter taste.
- Cheese Quality Elevates Dish: Use freshly grated Parmesan for richer, more authentic flavor compared to pre-grated alternatives.
- Serving Recommendation: Enjoy immediately while pasta is hot and sauce remains creamy and luxurious.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 577
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 210 mg