Vinces Spaghetti Carbonara

Instructions

1. 1

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook until al dente, according to the package instructions.

2. 2

   While the pasta is cooking, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the pancetta or bacon and cook until it is crispy and the fat is rendered. Then add the whole garlic clove to the skillet and sauté for about a minute to infuse the fat with garlic flavor. Remove and discard the garlic clove.

3. 3

   In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, grated Pecorino Romano cheese, and a generous amount of black pepper until well combined.

4. 4

   Once the spaghetti is cooked, reserve a cup of the pasta water and then drain the spaghetti. Add the hot spaghetti to the skillet with the pancetta or bacon (off the heat to avoid scrambling the eggs) and toss to coat in the fat.

5. 5

   Quickly pour the egg and cheese mixture over the hot spaghetti and use tongs to toss together until the eggs thicken and create a creamy sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a little of the reserved pasta water to reach the desired consistency.

6. 6

   Serve immediately with additional grated cheese and black pepper on top if desired.