20-Minute Pasta Carbonara

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt. Cook pasta according to the instructions on the package. When done, reserve ½ cup of pasta water then drain pasta and set it aside.

Meanwhile, whisk eggs in a small bowl then combine with Parmesan cheese. Set aside.

Heat the olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds to 1 minute, until fragrant. Add cooked bacon and pasta. Remove from heat. Working quickly, stir in pasta and egg/Parmesan mixture. Add some of the reserved pasta water if needed to moisten it a bit and stir to combine.

Season with salt and black pepper. Top with chopped parsley and additional Parmesan cheese, if desired. Serve immediately.