Carbonara Pasta
A creamy, savory carbonara with spaghetti, crispy bacon, and a rich sauce, finished with fresh parsley.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 18g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
Step 2
Cook bacon in a large skillet until crispy; remove and crumble, leaving 2 tablespoons drippings.
Step 3
Sauté garlic in drippings for 1 minute; reduce heat and stir in cream and Parmesan until smooth.
Step 4
Whisk egg yolks in a bowl; slowly temper with 1/2 cup hot pasta water, then stir into cream sauce.
Step 5
Add spaghetti and bacon to skillet; toss to coat, adding pasta water if needed for creaminess.
Step 6
Season with salt and pepper; garnish with parsley and serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- Large pot
- Large skillet
- Colander
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
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