Valentine’s Special: 5-Ingredient Creamy Carbonara
Valentine’s Special: 5-Ingredient Creamy Carbonara is the perfect romantic dish that combines simplicity with rich flavors. This delightful recipe features al dente spaghetti coated in a creamy sauce made from fresh eggs and Parmesan cheese, complemented by crispy pancetta. With only five ingredients and minimal prep time, you can create an impressive meal that will surely sweep your loved one off their feet. Ideal for a cozy dinner, this creamy carbonara offers both elegance and comfort on your special occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 4 oz diced pancetta
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, reserving about 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the pancetta until crispy and golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
- In a bowl, whisk together the eggs and Parmesan cheese until smooth; add black pepper.
- Add drained spaghetti to the skillet with pancetta; remove from heat and quickly stir in the egg mixture until creamy.
- Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water as needed.
- Serve immediately with extra Parmesan and black pepper on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 220mg