Easy Spaghetti Carbonara with Cream Recipe

This easy Spaghetti Carbonara with Cream Recipe is a creamy twist on a classic Italian favorite, perfect for a quick and indulgent meal. It combines al dente spaghetti with a rich and creamy sauce made from yolks, cream, Parmesan cheese, and crispy bacon. With its simple ingredients and straightforward preparation, this dish will surely become a beloved favorite in your kitchen.

Let’s see how you can make the best spaghetti carbonara. This recipe is one of the most popular out there (after stakes, for me). Italian cuisine is responsible for this recipe, alongside pizza. Carbonara is on the menu in almost every restaurant and country. You will not go wrong with this one while traveling. It is also one of the easiest recipes to follow.

This recipe provides a guide on making a perfect carbonara sauce with cream to give the pasta a creamy taste. Moreover, you can now make this pasta with bacon at home using only a few ingredients.

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Ingredients for Pasta Carbonara:

• 200 g spaghetti pasta;
• 150 g bacon (guanciale or pancetta);
• 50 g parmesan;
• 3 egg yolks;
• 2-3 cloves garlic;
• 150 ml 20 % cream;
• 1 tbsp. vegetable or olive oil;
• 20 g chopped fresh parsley;
• Salt and pepper to taste.

Classic recipe of spaghetti carbonara does not include cream only yolks. However, adding cream will make it more tender and delicious.

How to make spaghetti carbonara:

• Slice bacon into medium-sized slices. Try to make them about the same size. Heat a tablespoon of oil in a large skillet, and then add bacon. Sauté bacon on medium heat until it becomes crisp and brown. Do not forget to stir bacon! It will take you around 2 minutes to get it to the perfect condition.

• Now, the next step will be adding garlic. You can mince it or chop it into small pieces. Sauté bacon with garlic for an additional 2 minutes. It will bring an amazing aroma to the dish.

• Cook spaghetti according to the instructions on the package until al dente. Do not forget to salt water before adding pasta!

• When the pasta is ready carefully, drain it with the help of a colander.

• Now, it is time to make carbonara sauce. Nicely whip egg yolk and add cream.

• You can take already grated parmesan or shred it yourself with a fine grater. Add cheese to the sauce, and spice up with salt and pepper. Nicely mix all the ingredients.

• Take a deep skillet, heat on the stove, and add cooked pasta, bacon, and sauce.

• Chop fresh parsley and add it to the skillet. Stir everything thoroughly for a minute on the stove. Cover the skillet with a lid and put it aside. Pasta will absorb all the flavors and aromas.

• Before serving spaghetti carbonara, warm up the plate in the microwave or oven. Enjoy your meal!

The combination of al dente spaghetti coated in a velvety cream sauce, complemented by the salty bite of bacon or pancetta, creates a truly satisfying and comforting meal. Whether enjoyed as a quick weeknight dinner or served to guests for a special occasion, this recipe will surely impress.

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Beyond its delicious taste, this recipe exemplifies the beauty of simplicity and convenience in cooking. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal preparation, it offers a delicious and satisfying meal that can be whipped up quickly.