Spaghetti Carbonara Ala Expat

1. 1

   cook bacon until just shy of crisp. Drain on paper towels, reserving 1 T grease to saute onions, garlic, mushrooms. Dice or crumble bacon into small pieces.

2. 2

   Saute onions, garlic, mushrooms in bacon fat on med to high heat until garlic golden brown and mushrooms cooked, about 5-10 minutes. Add red pepper flakes at last minute.

3. 3

   Cook pasta until al dente, approx 7 minutes.

4. 4

   Drain pasta, reserving approx 1/4 cup cooking water if not using milk or cream for sauce.

5. 5

   Immediately combine beaten eggs, sauteed stuff, liquid, bacon, and cheese with pasta, stirring well. Serve immediately.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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