This creamy American-style spaghetti carbonara is rich, smooth and comforting. It’s made with spaghetti, crispy bacon and a creamy sauce finished with cheese and black pepper. The pasta is coated evenly giving every bite a warm creamy texture. This version is cooked the home style way many people in the U.S. prefer simple steps, familiar ingredients and dependable results. For safe cooking and handling of dairy based dishes, follow USDA food safety guidelines.
Why This Recipe Works
American-style carbonara is known for its creamy texture and bold flavor. Cooking the bacon first builds flavor, while mixing the sauce gently keeps it smooth instead of dry. Spaghetti works well because it holds onto the sauce, and finishing with black pepper and cheese gives the dish its classic look and taste. If you want more with Spaghetti try out this Classic French Toast
Ingredients
- Spaghetti pasta
- Bacon, chopped
- Eggs
- Heavy cream
- Parmesan cheese, grated
- Black pepper
- Salt
How to Make Creamy American-Style Carbonara
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti until just tender. Reserve a small amount of pasta water then drain. In a pan over medium heat cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Remove from heat and set aside keeping some of the rendered fat in the pan. In a bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream and grated parmesan cheese. Add black pepper and a small pinch of salt. Add the cooked spaghetti to the warm pan with bacon. Pour in the sauce mixture and toss gently, letting the heat from the pasta thicken the sauce without scrambling the eggs.
Add a splash of reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce. Mix until the pasta is fully coated and creamy. Finish with extra black pepper and parmesan cheese on top. Serve immediately while the pasta is warm and creamy. This dish is best enjoyed fresh and does not need additional sides. This creamy American-style spaghetti carbonara is simple, filling and made completely from scratch. It’s a comfort-food favorite that fits well into everyday home cooking.
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