Creamy bacon carbonara
This recipe was kindly given to us by Pete, one of our lovely engineers and without a doubt F&P’s finest barrista! Today is Pete’s first day back at work after 5 weeks away in Europe. This morning I got a brief run-down on how his trip went, however I am yet to interrogate him about the beautiful food he sampled on his travels. I think I’ll have to corner him next time he comes in to make one of his fantastic coffees.
Over to Pete.
If I had to choose a favourite type of pasta it would definitely be fettuccini for 2 reasons, firstly it’s substantial. I must always be really hungry when I make this dish so I like that when you load up your fork you get a full solid mouthful, it’s not half air like penne or macaroni, and it stays on the fork better than spaghetti. Secondly it works really well with rich creamy sauces, what could be better!
Pasta alla Carbonara is based on eggs, cheese, pork and pepper and a key feature is that it relies on the heat of the pasta to cook the eggs.
This recipe makes use of easy to source ingredients, is super easy to make and tastes fantastic. Enjoy!
Ingredients
6
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- 8 – 10 rashers bacon
- 500ml cream
- s & p
- 2 eggs
- 30g parmesan
- 750g fettuccini
- chopped parsley to serve
Method
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- 1. Cut the bacon into 1cm strips and fry over a medium heat.
- 2. Place the fettuccini into a pot of salted, boiling water and cook until al dente
- 3. In the mean time, once the bacon is cooked add the cream and salt and pepper to the pan and simmer to reduce until thick and creamy.
- 4. Whisk together the egg and parmesan
- 5. Once the pasta is cooked, drain and add it to the pan and stir it through the cream sauce.
- 6. Finally, add the egg and parmesan to the pan and stir again.
- 7. Serve immediately garnished with parsley.
My Family has been making this recipe for years. A firm favourite for quick dinners. Delicious!
Hi Jessica,
Thanks for your comment. I am glad that carbonara has as special place in your heart like it does for us!
Happy cooking.
Emma
Probably the best carbonara I’ve ever had!
Definitely saving this recipe for ever! Thank you
Robbin
Hi Robbin!
Thanks for your message – we are glad you like the recipe so much. It is certainly a crowd pleaser!
Happy Christmas!
Emma
A keeper forsure! The best flavour and easy and quick to make when short for time! All family members definately agree that it was the best we ever had!!
Thank You for sharing!
Definetly staying for dinner when we’re craving Italian from now on, the flavor is amazing. Thanks tor sharing!!!
Good for how many people???
Dear Emma, I am Italian and I can definitely say that I love Carbonara. I also like your recipe and your pics. If you want to know the authentic version of the Carbonara tested by me, you can read it on my post http://www.ciaoholidays.com/italy-travel-blog/spaghetti-alla-carbonara-authentic-recipe/