Speedy Carbonara
A quick and easy take on classic carbonara. Uses simple ingredients for a satisfying and comforting lunch.
- Total
- 35 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- Easy
Nutrition
per serving- kcal
- 585
- Protein
- 26 g
- Fat
- 28 g
- Carbs
- 56 g
Ingredients
for 4 servings- Pasta400 g
- eggs4 large
- Parmesan cheese100 g
- bacon (or pancetta)150 g
- garlic3 clove
- black pepper1 tsp
- olive oil2 tbsp
Method
6 stepsCook pasta in boiling salted water until al dente.
While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large pan and fry chopped bacon and minced garlic until bacon is crispy.
In a bowl, whisk eggs with grated Parmesan cheese and black pepper.
Drain pasta, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
Add the drained pasta to the pan with the bacon mixture and toss to coat.
Remove from heat, pour in the egg mixture, and toss quickly, adding reserved pasta water as needed to create a creamy sauce.