Spaghetti Carbonara Parmesan Bacon (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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8 ounces spaghetti
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2 large eggs, at room temperature
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½ cup freshly grated Parmesan
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4 slices bacon, diced
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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Kosher salt, to taste
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
# Instructions:
01 -
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package instructions; reserve 1/2 cup water and drain well.
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In a small bowl, whisk together eggs and Parmesan; set aside.
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Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium high heat. Add bacon and cook until brown and crispy, about 6-8 minutes; reserve excess fat.
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Stir in garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute. Reduce heat to low.
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Working quickly, stir in pasta and egg mixture, and gently toss to combine; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Add reserved pasta water, one tablespoon at a time, until desired consistency is reached.
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Serve immediately, garnished with parsley, if desired.