Classic Bacon Carbonara Pasta
A rich and creamy pasta dish featuring thick-cut bacon and Parmesan, perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pasta Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces spaghetti or pasta of your choice
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (optional)
- 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- Salt to taste
- 1 cup reserved pasta water
Instructions
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti until al dente, about 8-10 minutes, reserving 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet, cook chopped bacon until crispy and golden brown, about 6-8 minutes. Remove and set aside, leaving some fat in the pan.
- If using, sauté garlic in the bacon fat for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, Parmesan, and black pepper until combined.
- Add drained pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the bacon fat.
- Remove from heat and quickly pour the egg mixture over the pasta, stirring vigorously to create a creamy sauce. Add reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency.
- Stir in bacon pieces and serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan and black pepper.
Notes
Have all ingredients prepped in advance for a smooth cooking process. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
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