My Spaghetti Carbonara - cooking recipe

Ingredients
    1 tablespoon olive oil
    10 ounces pancetta, cut into 1/2-inch dice
    1 lb spaghetti
    1 cup heavy cream
    4 large egg yolks
    2 cups parmesan cheese, grated (5 oz.)
    1 teaspoon salt
    1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Preparation
    Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil.
    In a heavy medium skillet over medium heat add the olive oil and pancetta and cook until pancetta is browned - 3-4 minute Remove from skillet and keep warm.
    Cook spaghetti in boiling water until al dente, about 8 minute.
    While spaghetti is cooking, whisk cream, egg yolks, Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper in a medium bowl until well combined.
    Drain pasta, and return to saucepan. Immediately stir in egg/cheese mixture until well combined.
    Add warm pancetta and fat from pan. Toss well.
    Thin sauce with additional cream, if necessary. Serve immediately with more Parmesan cheese as a garnish.

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