Fettuccine Carbonara is a creamy and indulgent pasta dish that combines the richness of eggs and Parmesan cheese with the savory flavor of bacon. It's a classic Italian recipe that's quick and easy to make at home.
Ingredients:
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 4 slices of bacon, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley optional
Instructions:
Cook fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente
Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta
In a large skillet, cook chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy
Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute
In a bowl, whisk together eggs, grated Parmesan cheese, and a pinch of black pepper
Add cooked pasta to the skillet with bacon and garlic
Toss to combine
Remove skillet from heat
Quickly pour the egg and cheese mixture over the pasta, stirring constantly to coat the pasta evenly
Add reserved pasta water gradually to create a creamy sauce
Season with salt and additional black pepper to taste
Garnish with chopped parsley if desired
Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese if desired
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