Carbonara Florentine

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  Carbonara Florentine is a delicious fusion of classic Italian Carbonara with a Florentine twist, which typically involves spinach. Here's how to make it:

Ingredients (For 2-3 servings):

•     200g spaghetti (or fettuccine)
•     2 large eggs
•     ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
•     100g pancetta or bacon, diced
•     2 cloves garlic, minced
•     1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
•     ½ teaspoon black pepper
•     Salt to taste
•     1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

1. Cook the Pasta:

•     Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta until al dente.
•     Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.

2. Prepare the Egg Mixture:

•     In a bowl, whisk together eggs, grated Parmesan, and black pepper.

3. Cook the Pancetta & Spinach:

•     In a pan over medium heat, add olive oil and cook the diced pancetta or bacon until crispy.
•     Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
•     Stir in chopped spinach and cook until wilted.

4. Combine Everything:

•     Reduce heat to low, add the drained pasta to the pan, and toss to combine with the pancetta and spinach.
•     Remove from heat and slowly pour in the egg-Parmesan mixture while stirring quickly (to avoid scrambling the eggs).
•     If needed, add a bit of the reserved pasta water to create a silky sauce.

5. Serve:

•     Garnish with more Parmesan, extra black pepper, and an optional sprinkle of red pepper flakes.