Description
A creamy, savory pasta dish that blends crispy bacon with egg and Parmesan, perfect for a comforting meal any night of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g spaghetti or fettuccine
- 100g bacon, diced
- 2 large eggs
- 50g Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil a pot of salted water, adding your pasta. Cook until al dente, following package instructions. Reserve a bit of pasta water for later, then drain.
- Sauté the Bacon: In a large skillet over medium heat, add the diced bacon. Cook until crispy, then toss in the minced garlic, cooking for an extra minute until fragrant.
- Whisk and Combine: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and grated Parmesan until smooth.
- Create the Sauce: Take the skillet off the heat, then add the drained pasta directly into the skillet with the bacon. Quickly pour the egg and cheese mixture over the top, stirring vigorously to combine and create a creamy sauce. If it appears too thick, add reserved pasta water, a little at a time, until desired consistency is achieved.
- Season: Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish and Serve: Plate the pasta and garnish with chopped parsley and extra Parmesan, if desired.
Notes
Use high-quality bacon and freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor. Reserve pasta water to achieve desired sauce consistency. Experiment with additions like peas or sautéed mushrooms.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
Keywords: bacon carbonara, pasta, one-pan meal, Italian cuisine, quick dinner