Quick Easy Pasta Carbonara

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Quick Easy Pasta Carbonara—a rich and creamy Italian classic perfected in just 25 minutes! This streamlined recipe combines al dente spaghetti with crispy pancetta, silky eggs, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese for a luscious, velvety sauce. A touch of garlic sautéed in olive oil adds depth, while simple seasonings of salt and black pepper ensure the flavors shine. Perfect for busy weeknights or when you crave something homemade and satisfying, this no-fuss carbonara recipe transforms basic pantry staples into a restaurant-worthy dish. Serve piping hot and garnish with extra Parmesan for an authentic finishing touch!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams spaghetti
• 4 large eggs
• 100 grams Parmesan cheese
• 150 grams pancetta (or bacon)
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 0 to taste salt
• 0 to taste black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Bring 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 cooking water, then drain the pasta.

Step 2

While the pasta cooks, crack the eggs into a medium-sized bowl. Add the grated Parmesan cheese and whisk together until well combined.

Step 3

Chop the pancetta into small cubes. Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.

Step 4

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the pancetta and cook until crispy, about 4-5 minutes. Add the garlic and sauté for 1 minute, being careful not to let it burn.

Step 5

Lower the heat to low. Add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss to coat with the pancetta and garlic.

Step 6

Remove the skillet from the heat. Quickly pour the egg and cheese mixture over the pasta, tossing continuously to create a creamy sauce. Add a small splash of the reserved pasta water, if necessary, to loosen the sauce.

Step 7

Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Toss to combine.

Step 8

Serve immediately, garnished with extra grated Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of black pepper if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	622.3 grams (622.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1051

Total Fat 36.80g	47%
Saturated Fat 9.30g	47%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 744mg	248%
Sodium 2648mg	115%
Total Carbohydrate 126.30g	46%
Dietary Fiber 7.70g	28%
Total Sugars 4.40g
Protein 48.50g	97%

Vitamin D 164IU	820%
Calcium 165mg	13%
Iron 11mg	60%
Potassium 485mg	10%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.1%

Protein: 18.8%

Carbs: 49.0%