Classic Italian Carbonara With Bacon Recipe
Indulge in a classic Italian carbonara with bacon! This creamy, savory pasta dish combines crispy bacon, rich egg yolks, and Parmesan cheese for a comforting meal that's simple to prepare and packed with flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz (340g) spaghetti
- 6 slices bacon (or pancetta), diced
- 3 large egg yolks
- 1 whole egg
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 garlic cloves, minced (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet, cook diced bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove excess grease if needed.
- In a bowl, whisk together egg yolks, whole egg, and Parmesan cheese. Season with black pepper.
- Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the bacon. Remove the skillet from heat.
- Slowly pour the egg mixture over the pasta, tossing quickly to coat. Use reserved pasta water as needed to create a creamy sauce.
- Serve immediately, garnished with parsley if desired.
Notes
- For authentic flavor, use guanciale instead of bacon.
- Avoid scrambling the eggs by ensuring the skillet is not too hot when adding the egg mixture.
- Serve with additional Parmesan cheese on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 640mg