This is the classic version of pancetta carbonara I grew up eating. Serve it piping hot, tossed with extra Parmesan cheese and chopped Italian parsley.
Ingredients
- 4 eggs , lightly beaten
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 , 16 ounce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion , chopped
- 0.5 pounds sliced pancetta , chopped
- 0.5 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 0.5 cups pine nuts , toasted
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.75 cups chopped Italian flat leaf parsley
- 0.5 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
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1
Whisk together eggs, cream, and 1 cup Parmesan cheese in a bowl. Set aside.
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2
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta; cook until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain pasta; return it to the pot off heat and cover to keep warm.
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3
Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook until translucent, about 8 minutes. Transfer onion to a bowl; cover to keep warm.
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4
Cook pancetta in the same skillet over medium heat until browned; toss with nutmeg. Drain on paper towels.
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5
Combine pasta, onion, pancetta, pine nuts, salt, and pepper in the same large skillet over low heat. Slowly stir in egg mixture, tossing gently, so eggs don't scramble. Cook until just heated through.
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6
Remove from heat and toss with parsley and remaining 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
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