Spaghetti Carbonara is a classic Italian dish that is easy to make and incredibly flavorful. It features spaghetti, bacon, eggs, and pecorino cheese. The spaghetti is cooked until al dente and then combined with a creamy egg and cheese sauce, which is made by whisking together eggs, and pecorino. The bacon is cooked until crispy and then added to the dish. The final result is a delicious plate of spaghetti with a silky sauce and salty bacon bits. The combination of flavors and textures is truly something special. Spaghetti Carbonara is a comforting and delicious meal that’s sure to please the whole family.
Ingredients
1lb spaghetti
1/4lb slab bacon, chopped
2 large eggs
1 cup pecorino
Method
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the bacon until golden, about 7-9 minutes.
Cook the pasta until al dente, reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water, drain pasta and add to bowl.
In a medium bowl whisk together the eggs and pecorino.
Add the egg/cheese mixture to the pasta and toss well to coat. Add pasta water to thin out the sauce to desired consistency.
Serve hot with some crusty bread.
