Description
Spaghetti lovers discover this classic Italian Spaghetti Delight recipe packed with rich tomato sauce and tender meatballs. Hearty ingredients merge seamlessly, promising a comforting meal perfect for family dinners or weekend gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 oz (170 g) pancetta (chopped)
- 8 oz (226 g) spaghetti (uncooked)
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1 ½ cups (150 g) Parmesan cheese (freshly grated, plus more for garnish)
- 2 cups (480 ml) half and half
- 1 tsp (5 g) pepper (freshly ground)
- 4 tbsps (20 g) basil (chopped)
Instructions
- Boiling Preparation: Bring a large pot of salted water to a vigorous boil over high heat. Cook spaghetti until perfectly al dente, following package instructions precisely.
- Pancetta Transformation: In a spacious skillet, render chopped pancetta over medium-low heat until golden and crisp, approximately 8 minutes. Transfer the crisped pancetta to a separate dish, reserving the flavorful drippings.
- Creamy Sauce Creation: Utilize the same skillet, pour half and half, and bring to a gentle simmer. Carefully whisk egg yolks into the warming liquid to create a smooth base, preventing any potential curdling.
- Cheese Integration: Fold freshly grated Parmesan into the creamy mixture, creating a luxurious sauce. Season with freshly ground black pepper, carefully balancing the salt profile considering the cheese’s natural saltiness.
- Final Assembly: Combine the cooked spaghetti and crispy pancetta within the velvety sauce, using delicate tossing motions to ensure complete and even coating. Sprinkle chopped fresh basil throughout for an aromatic finish.
- Plating and Serving: Immediately transfer to warm plates, adding an optional final dusting of Parmesan. Serve promptly to maintain the sauce’s silky, decadent texture and optimal temperature.
Notes
- Master Pasta Texture: Cook spaghetti just until al dente for the perfect bite and prevent mushiness.
- Pancetta Precision: Render fat slowly to achieve crispy golden edges without burning the meat.
- Sauce Salvation: Whisk egg yolks carefully into warm cream to prevent scrambling and ensure smooth consistency.
- Cheese Choreography: Add Parmesan gradually and taste repeatedly to balance saltiness and prevent over-seasoning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 635
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 790 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 19 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 31 g
- Cholesterol: 185 mg