Classic Spaghetti Carbonara

  4.2 – 4 reviews  • Pasta Recipes
Total: 25 min
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 10 min
Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

  1. 1/2 pound bacon, chopped
  2. 1 tablespoon chopped garlic
  3. Freshly ground black pepper
  4. 1 pound fresh spaghetti, cooked al dente
  5. 4 large eggs, beaten
  6. Salt
  7. 1 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
  8. 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley leaves

Instructions

  1. In a large saute pan, over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy, about 6 minutes. Remove the bacon and drain on paper towels. Pour off all of the oil except for 3 tablespoons. Add the garlic. Season with black pepper. Saute for 30 seconds. Add the crispy bacon and the pasta. Saute for 1 minute. Season the eggs with salt. Remove the pan from the heat and add the eggs, whisking quickly until the eggs thicken, but do not scramble. Add the cheese and re-season with salt and pepper. Mound into serving bowls and garnish with parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 of 4 servings
Calories 786
Total Fat 40 g
Saturated Fat 16 g
Carbohydrates 66 g
Dietary Fiber 0 g
Sugar 1 g
Protein 40 g
Cholesterol 331 mg
Sodium 988 mg

Reviews

Dawn Jones
I love this, but my wife thinks it should be creamier.

 

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