Italian · Italy
Lighter Italian Fettuccine Carbonara
A lighter version of the classic Italian Fettuccine Carbonara, using fewer eggs and more garlic for flavor.
35 minutes4 servings

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