Easy restaurant quality carbonara. I am asked to make this again and again from both friends and family!
Ingredients
- 1 pound dry fettuccini noodles
- 8 slices bacon
- 4 eggs
- 0.5 cups grated Parmesan cheese
- 1.25 cups heavy cream
- 1 pinch ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
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1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add fettuccini and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
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2
Fry bacon in skillet over medium heat until crispy, remove and drain on paper towel. Chop with knife into bits.
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3
Beat the eggs, cheese and cream in a bowl, then add the bacon. Pour over the pasta in the pan and toss gently using tongs.
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4
Return the pan to a very low heat and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, or until slightly thickened. Don't overheat or the eggs will scramble. Season well with black pepper and serve.
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