This rich and creamy pasta carbonara recipe is simple, delicious and brings the flavors of Italy straight to your plate! Made with just a few simple ingredients, this dish delivers a perfect balance of smoky, savory, and cheesy goodness. The creamy sauce coats each strand of pasta, creating a mouthwatering experience with every bite. Quick to prepare and incredibly satisfying, this pasta carbonara recipe is sure to become a weeknight favorite or a special meal for any occasion.
Begin by preparing the spaghetti according to the instructions on the box.
When the spaghetti has finished cooking, drain the water, reserving about 1/2 cup for later. Toss the pasta with the olive oil and then set aside.
Preheat a large skillet over medium heat before adding the chopped bacon. Cook the bacon for 10-12 minutes or until brown.
When the bacon has finished cooking, remove from the skillet and allow it to drain on paper towels.
To the skillet with the bacon fat, add the garlic and stir until fragrant; approximately 30 seconds.
Next, add the bacon, pasta water and the pasta back to the skillet and toss well. Add the beaten eggs and continue to cook, stirring rapidly for 1-2 minutes.
Then, add the parmesan cheese, salt and pepper and toss well again.
Top with fresh parsley and more parmesan cheese before serving. Pair it with my Artisan Bread for the perfect meal!Ā
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Pasta Carbonara Recipe
Ingredients
Method
- Prepare the spaghetti according to the instructions on the box.
- When the spaghetti has finished cooking, drain the water, reserving about 1/2 cup for later. Toss the pasta with the olive oil and then set aside.
- Preheat a large skillet over medium heat before adding the chopped bacon. Cook the bacon for 10-12 minutes or until brown.
- When the bacon has finished cooking, remove from the skillet and allow it to drain on paper towels.
- To the skillet with the bacon fat, add the garlic and stir until fragrant; approximately 30 seconds.
- Add the bacon, pasta water and the pasta back to the skillet and toss well.
- Add the beaten eggs and continue to cook, stirring rapidly for 1-2 minutes.
- Add the parmesan cheese, salt and pepper and toss well again.
- Top with fresh parsley and more parmesan cheese before serving.
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Hi! Iām Ashton, a food blogger and meal-planning enthusiast helping busy families make dinnertime easier. I share family-friendly recipes, themed movie nights, and monthly meal planners designed to save time, reduce stress, and bring simple joy back to the kitchen. Thanks for being here!
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