Classic Italian Carbonara With Bacon Recipe
Indulge in this Classic Italian Carbonara with bacon, a creamy and savory pasta recipe that's quick, easy, and loaded with authentic Italian flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 400g spaghetti
- 150g bacon (or pancetta), diced
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced bacon and cook until crispy. Remove from heat.
- In a bowl, whisk eggs and Parmesan cheese until smooth. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss hot drained pasta into the pan with the bacon. Stir to combine.
- Quickly pour the egg and cheese mixture over the pasta, stirring vigorously to create a creamy sauce. Use reserved pasta water as needed for consistency.
- Serve immediately with extra Parmesan and black pepper on top.
Notes
- Use pancetta for a more traditional flavor or substitute with guanciale if available.
- Do not cook the egg mixture on direct heat to avoid scrambling.
- Serve with a fresh side salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg