Fettucine Carbonara

"Easy restaurant quality carbonara. I am asked to make this again and again from both friends and family!"

INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

• 1 pound dry fettuccini noodles
• 8 slices bacon
• 4 eggs
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 1/4 cups heavy cream
• ground black pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS

1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add fettuccini and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
2. Fry bacon in skillet over medium heat until crispy, remove and drain on paper towel. Chop with knife into bits.
3. Beat the eggs, cheese and cream in a bowl, then add the bacon. Pour over the pasta in the pan and toss gently using tongs.
4. Return the pan to a very low heat and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, or until slightly thickened. Don't overheat or the eggs will scramble. Season well with black pepper and serve.