Liberate your tastebuds with this zesty lemon and crispy bacon carbonara that harmonizes the tanginess of lemon zest with creamy egg yolks, savory cheese, and crispy bacon. It's the ideal comfort meal any day of the week.
Cook the diced thick-cut bacon in a small skillet over medium heat until it is golden and crispy, which should take about 5 to 6 minutes. Transfer the bacon to a paper towel to drain.
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In a large bowl, combine the egg yolks, lemon zest, freshly ground black pepper, Pecorino Romano, Parmesan-Reggiano, and drained bacon. Whisk these ingredients until smooth, approximately 1 minute.
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In a large pot, boil the spaghetti until it is al dente. Before draining, reserve ¾ cup of the pasta water.
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Drain the pasta and immediately transfer it to the bowl containing the egg mixture. Add the reserved pasta water.
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Toss the pasta and the egg mixture vigorously for about 1 minute until the pasta is thoroughly covered.
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Serve your Zesty Lemon and Crispy Bacon Carbonara in bowls and garnish with additional lemon zest and grated cheese to taste.