Pasta Carbonara

Instructions

1. 1

   Cook the spaghetti in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente, according to package instructions.

2. 2

   While the pasta is cooking, cut the bacon into small pieces and cook in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon and set aside, leaving the bacon fat in the skillet.

3. 3

   Mince the garlic and add it to the skillet with the bacon fat. Cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, then remove from heat.

4. 4

   In a bowl, whisk together the eggs and grated Parmesan cheese until well combined.

5. 5

   Once the pasta is cooked, reserve 1 cup of the pasta water and then drain the pasta.

6. 6

   Quickly add the hot pasta to the skillet with the garlic and bacon fat, tossing to coat the pasta.

7. 7

   Slowly pour the egg and cheese mixture over the pasta, tossing quickly to create a creamy sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a little reserved pasta water until the desired consistency is reached.

8. 8

   Add the cooked bacon back to the skillet and toss to combine.

9. 9

   Season with salt and pepper to taste.

10. 10

    Serve immediately, garnished with additional grated Parmesan cheese if desired.