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Classic Italian Fettuccine Carbonara

A rich and creamy pasta dish made with egg yolks, cheese, and pancetta, tossed with fettuccine.

30 minutes4 servings
Classic Italian Fettuccine Carbonara
Photo: Sun Taro · CC BY-SA 2.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. Cook the fettuccine in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, then drain.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, and a generous amount of black pepper.
  3. In a skillet, cook the pancetta over medium heat until crispy, then add the butter and olive oil.
  4. Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet and toss well to coat in the fat and pancetta.
  5. Remove the skillet from heat and quickly add the egg and cheese mixture, tossing to create a creamy sauce.
  6. Season with additional salt and pepper as needed and serve immediately.

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