Chef Sven's Quick and Easy Pasta Carbonara

Chef Sven • 2023-10-19

Introduction

Ah, pasta carbonara. A classic Italian dish that never fails to satisfy. Today, I want to share with you my quick and easy recipe for this indulgent pasta dish. It’s perfect for those busy weeknights when you want a delicious meal without spending hours in the kitchen. So let’s get cooking!

Ingredients

• 8 ounces spaghetti
• 4 slices bacon, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and set aside, leaving the bacon grease in the skillet.
3. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs, Parmesan cheese, and chopped parsley.
5. Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet with the garlic and bacon grease. Toss to coat the spaghetti in the bacon grease.
6. Remove the skillet from the heat and quickly pour in the egg mixture, stirring continuously to coat the spaghetti.
7. The residual heat from the spaghetti will cook the eggs, creating a creamy sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of pasta water to thin it out.
8. Stir in the cooked bacon and season with salt and pepper to taste.
9. Serve the pasta carbonara hot, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley.

Conclusion

There you have it - my quick and easy pasta carbonara recipe. It’s a comfort food classic that you can whip up in no time. I hope you enjoy this delicious dish!