If you’re looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, look no further than this creamy, cheesy, and spicy carbonara rigatoni recipe. This dish is packed with flavor and can be made in under 30 minutes. It’s perfect for a busy weeknight or a casual weekend dinner.
Carbonara is a classic Italian pasta dish that is typically made with eggs, cheese, and pancetta. This recipe adds a bit of spice with the addition of red pepper flakes. The rigatoni pasta is the perfect shape for holding onto all of that delicious sauce.
This dish is sure to please everyone at the table. It’s also a great way to use up any leftover pasta or cheese.
Carbonara Spicy Rigatoni
Ingredients
- 1 pound rigatoni pasta
- 4 ounces pancetta diced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package directions.
- While the pasta is cooking, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the pancetta and cook until crispy, about 5 minutes.
- Add the garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet and cook for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
- Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Bring to a simmer and cook until the cheese is melted.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the eggs until they are just set.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.