Paccheri alla Carbonara
A classic Italian pasta dish made with paccheri pasta, a rich and creamy sauce, and a hint of salty flavor.
Ingredients
- ●12 oz paccheri pastapreferably british-made
- ●2 tbsp velvety bacon fatfrom 4 slices of cooked bacon
- ●1 cup salty parmesan cheesegrated and freshly shredded
- ●2 large eggsroom temperature
- ●to taste pepperfreshly ground
- ●to taste salt
- ●chopped fresh parsleyoptional garnish
Instructions
- 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook paccheri pasta according to package instructions.
- 2
In a large skillet, heat velvety bacon fat over medium heat.
- 3
Add grated parmesan cheese to the skillet and cook, stirring constantly, until the cheese is melted and slightly browned.
- 4
In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs and a pinch of salt.
- 5
Add the cooked paccheri pasta to the bowl and toss with the egg mixture until well combined.
- 6
Add the melted parmesan cheese to the bowl and toss until the pasta is well coated.
- 7
Season with freshly ground pepper to taste.
- 8
Serve immediately, garnished with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
- 9
Optional: add some crispy cooked bacon on top for an extra salty kick.