To make Spaghetti alla Carbonara, you'll need the following ingredients and follow these steps

 To make Spaghetti alla Carbonara, you'll need the following ingredients and follow these steps:

**Ingredients:**

- 12 ounces (340 grams) of spaghetti

- 2 large eggs

- 1 cup (100 grams) of grated Pecorino Romano cheese

- 4 ounces (about 4 slices) of guanciale or pancetta, diced

- 2 cloves of garlic, minced (optional)

- Freshly ground black pepper

- Salt

- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

**Instructions:**

1. **Boil the spaghetti:** Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta cooking water and then drain the spaghetti.

2. **Prepare the sauce:** In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, grated Pecorino Romano cheese, and a generous amount of freshly ground black pepper. Set this mixture aside.

3. **Cook the guanciale or pancetta:** In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the diced guanciale or pancetta until it becomes crispy and golden brown. If you want to add minced garlic for extra flavor, you can do so in the last minute of cooking, being careful not to burn it.

4. **Combine everything:** Reduce the heat to low. Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the crispy guanciale/pancetta. Toss to combine and heat the pasta.

5. **Add the egg and cheese mixture:** Remove the skillet from the heat. Quickly pour the egg and cheese mixture over the hot pasta. Toss vigorously to combine. The heat from the pasta and guanciale will cook the eggs, creating a creamy sauce. If the mixture seems too thick, you can add a little reserved pasta cooking water to achieve the desired consistency.

6. **Serve:** Plate the Spaghetti alla Carbonara, garnish with more freshly ground black pepper and chopped fresh parsley.

7. **Enjoy:** Serve immediately while it's still warm. Carbonara is best enjoyed right after preparation.

Enjoy your homemade Spaghetti alla Carbonara!