Title: Spaghetti Carbonara
Yield: 5 servings
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Category: Entree
Cuisine: Italian
Rating: 3.5/5 stars
Source: www.cooks.com
Original Page from www.cooks.comIngredients
- 1 pound thin spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons salt
- 1/4 pound bacon or lean salt pork, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon basil
- 3/4 cup Pecorino, Romano, or Parmesan cheese
- 3 eggs, lightly beaten
- 1/4 cup dry white wine (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
Cook spaghetti according to package directions in salted water. Meanwhile, saute bacon over low heat until crisp, adding garlic during the last few minutes. Add cheese and wine to beaten eggs. Drain spaghetti and return to pot; toss with egg mixture while spaghetti is still hot. Stir in bacon, bacon drippings, and pepper. Mix well and serve.