Easy Spaghetti Carbonara with Cream Recipe
Indulge in the creamy comfort of this Easy Spaghetti Carbonara! Perfect for a quick yet indulgent meal, this recipe is simple to prepare and loaded with irresistible flavors. A delightful twist on a timeless favorite that’s sure to become a go-to in your kitchen!
Servings 2 servings
Calories 348kcal
Ingredients
- 200 g spaghetti pasta
- 150 g bacon (guanciale or pancetta)
- 50 g parmesan
- 3 egg yolks
- 2-3 garlic cloves
- 150 ml 20 % cream
- 1 tbsp. vegetable or olive oil
- 20 g chopped fresh parsley
- salt, pepper to taste
Instructions
- 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 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!