If you’re looking for an easy, delicious meal to make for dinner, homemade carbonara pasta is a great option. This classic Italian dish is made with simple ingredients and can be whipped up in no time. The combination of bacon, eggs, Parmesan cheese, and pasta is a classic crowd-pleaser.
To make this dish, you will need some spaghetti noodles, bacon, eggs, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and a few other seasonings. Start by cooking the bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it is crispy. Once the bacon is cooked, remove it from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, cook the garlic in some of the bacon grease until fragrant.
Next, cook the spaghetti noodles according to the package directions. Once the noodles are cooked, drain them and return them to the pot.
In a separate bowl, whisk together two eggs and some Parmesan cheese. Pour the egg mixture over the noodles and stir it together. Add in the cooked bacon, garlic, and some additional seasonings such as salt, pepper, and oregano and mix everything together.
Serve the carbonara immediately, topped with more Parmesan cheese and some freshly chopped parsley. This dish can be served as a main course or as a side dish.
Homemade carbonara pasta is a quick and easy dinner option that is sure to please. With its simple ingredients and delicious flavor, it’s sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
MAIN INGREDIENTS
- 1 lb. spaghetti
- 4 eggs
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/4 cup Pecorino Romano cheese, grated
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup olive oil
Instructions
1. Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, Parmesan and Romano cheeses, bacon, garlic, pepper, and salt.
3. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
4. Add the spaghetti and toss to coat in the oil.
5. Pour the egg mixture over the spaghetti and stir gently to combine.
6. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the egg mixture is cooked and the spaghetti is coated in the sauce.
7. Serve immediately and enjoy!
