Spaghetti Carbonara

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb. spaghetti
  • 8 slices bacon, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
  • 3 eggs
  • 3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup pasta water
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Preparation

Step 1

In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook spaghetti until al dente, about 8-9 minutes. Drain and reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water.

In a large sauté pan, cook bacon until crisp. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Drain grease from pan.

In a bowl, whisk eggs, parmesan, pasta water, and pepper. Place pasta in large sauté pan over medium-low heat. Quickly stir in egg mixture and reserved bacon and toss to coat. Remove from heat and serve immediately.