Description
Tomato Carbonara is a delightful twist on the classic Italian dish, combining creamy spaghetti with crispy pancetta and vibrant ripe tomatoes. This comforting meal is perfect for cozy nights or impressing dinner guests. Each bite offers a burst of flavor and nostalgia, transforming an ordinary evening into a culinary celebration. With easy preparation and adaptable ingredients, you can create this restaurant-quality dish in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 4 oz thick-cut pancetta, diced
- 2 large ripe tomatoes, chopped
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prep ingredients: Dice the pancetta and chop the tomatoes.
- Cook spaghetti: Boil salted water and cook spaghetti until al dente; reserve some pasta water before draining.
- Sauté pancetta: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; add pancetta and cook until crispy.
- Add garlic and tomatoes: Stir in garlic and tomatoes; sauté until tomatoes soften (about 3-4 minutes).
- Create sauce: Whisk eggs and Parmesan together; mix in reserved pasta water to achieve a creamy consistency.
- Combine: Add drained spaghetti to the skillet; remove from heat, pour egg mixture over pasta, tossing quickly to create a silky sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 220g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 150mg