Creating Creamy Bacon Carbonara Pasta is both enjoyable and rewarding. Follow these straightforward steps:

1. Cook Pasta: Boil a large pot of salted water. Add the spaghetti or fettuccini and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water before draining.

2. Prepare Bacon: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the pancetta or bacon until it becomes crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside, leaving the drippings in the skillet.

3. Make Sauce Mixture: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, and grated Parmesan until well combined. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

4. Add Garlic: Once the bacon is cooked and removed from the pan, add minced garlic to the rendered fat and sauté for about 30 seconds, or until fragrant.

5. Combine Ingredients: Return the cooked bacon to the skillet containing the garlic. Stir to combine.

6. Add Pasta: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat it in the bacon fat and garlic.

7. Incorporate Sauce: Remove the skillet from heat. Quickly pour the egg and cream mixture over the pasta, stirring continuously to create a creamy sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add some reserved pasta water to loosen it up.

8. Serve Immediately: Plate the pasta, garnishing with chopped parsley and a sprinkle of additional Parmesan cheese.

9. Enjoy: Dig into your delicious and creamy dinner while it’s hot!