Spaghetti Carbonara

Directions

1. 1
   Cook the bacon in a cast iron skillet.
2. 2
   Remove and drain on paper towels before crumbling.
3. 3
   Add the minced garlic to the bacon grease and cook until fragrant (about thirty seconds).
4. 4
   Remove from heat.
5. 5
   Cook the pasta in boiling, salted water.
6. 6
   Drain and immediately place back in the pot with the bacon, bacon grease and garlic.
7. 7
   Place pot back on the stove over low heat, add the beaten eggs and whisk continuously for three minutes, or until the eggs cook and thicken, creating a silky sauce over the noodles.
8. 8
   Be careful not to stop whisking or the eggs will scramble!
9. 9
   Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately garnished with parmesan cheese.