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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Cook the Spaghetti
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti.
- 2
Cook the Bacon
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the bacon and cook until crispy. Remove from heat and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the skillet.
- 3
Prepare the Sauce
In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, grated Parmesan cheese, and black pepper until well combined.
- 4
Combine Ingredients
Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with bacon fat and toss to coat. Quickly pour the egg and cheese mixture over the hot spaghetti, stirring vigorously to create a creamy sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until desired consistency is reached.
- 5
Serve
Season with additional salt and black pepper to taste. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese if desired.
