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Bucatini Carbonara in a bowl with creamy sauce and diced pancetta, served with bread.

Bucatini Carbonara

Avatar photoRhonda Cawthorn
Dive into this classic Bucatini Carbonara recipe! Get creamy, rich pasta with crispy pancetta & Pecorino Romano in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 538 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • Kosher salt
  • 8 ounces bucatini pasta
  • 4 ounces pancetta diced
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 1 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Freshly ground black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add a generous pinch of salt and the bucatini. Cook until al dente, about 8 minutes.
  • While the pasta cooks, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the pancetta and cook until crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Remove from heat.
    Bucatini Carbonara
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg yolks, Pecorino Romano, and Parmesan cheese. Season with black pepper.
    Bucatini Carbonara
  • Drain the pasta, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta water. Add the hot pasta to the skillet with the pancetta. Pour the egg and cheese mixture over the pasta.
    Bucatini Carbonara
  • Toss the pasta quickly to coat with the sauce, using the reserved pasta water to adjust the consistency if necessary. The heat from the pasta will cook the eggs gently to create a creamy sauce.
  • Serve immediately with additional grated cheese and a sprinkle of black pepper.

Nutrition

Calories: 538kcalCarbohydrates: 46gProtein: 27gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 745mgFiber: 2g
Keyword bucatini carbonara, pasta
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