Carbonarra

There are several things my family makes all the time, and this is definitely a family favorite. It started because my dad served his mission in Italy, and this particular dish was known as the poor man's pasta. I love it because it is tasty both right off the stove and as leftovers. Plus, it can be made in less than 30 minutes. Sorry I do not have any pictures of it. I hope you enjoy it!

Carbonarra

1/2 package (8 oz.) angel hair spaghetti

1 t. salt

1 egg (whipped)

1/2 package (8 oz) bacon, chopped into small chunks

1/2 t. salt

1/8 t. pepper

Parmesan cheese (finely grated)

Brown and thoroughly cook the bacon chunks in a pan on the stove, or in the microwave. While the bacon is cooking, in a large pot (8 inch diameter or larger) add 1 t. of salt and half fill it with water. Bring water and salt to boil. After water begins to boil, add spaghetti and occasionally stir to keep it from sticking to the pan. While it is cooking, whip the egg and set it aside. Cook spaghetti to the "Al-dente" stage. At this point, remove it from heat, drain water (but do not spray or wash the spaghetti), and immediately put spaghetti back into the pot while it is very hot. Quickly pour the whipped egg onto the hot spaghetti, stir it, and cover it with a lid, stirring occasionally to make sure the egg gets cooked (as evidenced by the whipped egg turning white and solidifying). Then, stir in the bacon and some bacon drippings. Stir in Parmesan cheese and salt to taste and serve.

by Maria, wife of Barbara's grandson Joel