Desperation Spaghetti Carbonara Recipe

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   Bring a big pot of salted water to a boil and add the spaghetti.

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   While its cooking, melt the butter in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.

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   Add the garlic and saute until its fragrant, about 1 minute.

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   Turn off the heat under the skillet.

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   When the spaghetti is cooked al dente drain it, reserving 1/2 cup of the cooking water.

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   Add the spaghetti to the skillet and toss with the garlic and butter.

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   Add half the cheese and, with metal tongs, toss until well coated, about 1 minute.

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   Add the eggs and toss for 1 minute more.

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   Add the remaining cheese, black pepper to taste, and enough of the reserved cooking water to form a creamy sauce that clings to the noodles (I usually add about 1/4 cup).

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    Taste and add a bit of salt if necessary.

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    Toss again, about 1 minute.

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    Serve immediately in warmed pasta bowls.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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