Directions

Safety & Prep:

1. Wash hands thoroughly and sanitize all work surfaces.
2. Use the proper color-coded cutting board for each ingredient type.

Cook Pasta & Pancetta:

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti until al dente according to package instructions. Reserve ½ cup pasta water before draining.
2. In a medium skillet over medium-high heat, cook pancetta until crisp and fat is rendered. Remove from heat.

Prepare Egg Mixture:

1. In a large bowl, whisk together egg yolks, cracked pepper, and cooked pancetta including some rendered fat.

Combine & Finish:

1. Add hot drained pasta to the egg mixture, tossing constantly to coat the pasta without scrambling the eggs.
2. Place the bowl over a pot of simmering water (double boiler method) and stir continuously until the mixture thickens and reaches a safe temperature.
3. Add reserved pasta water 1 tablespoon at a time as needed to loosen the sauce.
4. Garnish with parmesan shreds and fresh parsley before serving.