Directions

1. 1. Boil Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain.
2. 2. Cook Turkey Bacon: While pasta cooks, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add a touch of olive oil (if needed) and the garlic clove to flavor the oil. Add turkey bacon and cook until crisp. Remove garlic and discard.
3. 3. Prepare Carbonara Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, whole egg, grated cheese, and a generous amount of black pepper until smooth.
4. 4. Combine Pasta & Sauce: Off the heat, add hot pasta to the skillet with the turkey bacon. Slowly stir in the egg-cheese mixture, tossing vigorously to coat the pasta without scrambling the eggs. Add warm pasta water little by little until a silky sauce forms.
5. 5. Serve Immediately: Plate and top with extra cheese, cracked pepper, and chopped parsley if desired.