Donal Skehan's Speedy Carbonara

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   Cook the pasta in a large saucepan according to the instructions on the packet.

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   Whilst the pasta is cooking, grate the parmesan.

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   Next heat the olive oil in a large frying pan over a medium heat, add the bacon lardons and fry for 2-3 minutes until crisp.

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   If the bacon is quite fatty, you won?t need the oil, as it will release its own fat.

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   Drain the spaghetti, reserving a little of the cooking water.

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   Return the pasta to the saucepan and, while it is still steaming hot, add the parmesan cheese, egg yolks and cooked bacon.

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   Season with salt and black pepper.

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   Quickly stir everything together to give a creamy coating to the pasta

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   S erve straightaway, as the pasta can become a bit stodgy if it is left in the pan for too long.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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