Name: Spaghetti Carbonara
Ingredients: 3 c. mushrooms with stems, sliced 1/4 inch (8 oz. by weight); 6 tbsp. shallots, minced finely; 1/4 c. rendered bacon drippings (preferable) or pure olive oil (optional); 24 slices bacon (extra thick), precooked and sliced into 1/2-inch strips; 2 lb. cooked spaghetti, precooked, hot (1 lb. dry weight); 4 tbsp. pure olive oil; 3 c. light, hot Bechamel Sauce; 3 to 4 good grindings fresh ground black pepper; 2 tsp. parsley, finely chopped; 4 tbsp. Parmesan cheese, freshly grated; salt to taste

Spaghetti Carbonara

Spaghetti Carbonara is an moderately easy dinner. Made with 3 c. mushrooms with stems, sliced 1/4 inch (8 oz. by weight), 6 tbsp. shallots, minced finely, 1/4 c. rendered bacon drippings (preferable) or pure olive oil (optional), 24 slices bacon (extra thick), precooked and sliced into 1/2-inch strips and 2 lb. cooked spaghetti, precooked, hot (1 lb. dry weight), this recipe delivers authentic, satisfying flavors. An easy weeknight meal that comes together quickly.