Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Easy Creamy Carbonara Pasta
- Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil over high heat. Once boiling, add your spaghetti and cook until al dente, approximately 8–10 minutes.
- While the pasta cooks, whisk together eggs, Pecorino Romano, and Parmesan cheese in a medium bowl until you achieve a thick and creamy consistency. Set the bowl aside.
- In a cold skillet, add diced beef bacon and gradually turn the heat to medium-low. Cook for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until crispy and golden.
- In the same skillet with the rendered bacon fat, add minced garlic and sauté for 30–60 seconds on medium heat until fragrant and golden.
- Once the spaghetti is cooked al dente, reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta in a colander. Transfer the hot spaghetti back to the skillet with the sautéed garlic.
- Immediately pour the egg and cheese mixture onto the hot pasta. Toss vigorously for about 1–2 minutes to create a smooth, creamy sauce.
- Gently fold in the crispy beef bacon along with black pepper and a pinch of salt. Stir until well combined, adjusting seasonings to taste.
- Serve your Easy Creamy Carbonara Pasta hot, garnished with additional cheese and freshly cracked black pepper.
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Notes
Expert tips include controlling temperature to prevent scrambling the eggs and adjusting sauce consistency with reserved pasta water.
