Ingredients (4 servings)

• spaghetti 320 g
• egg yolks 6 units
• salt to taste
• bacon or pancetta 150 g
• grated Pecorino cheese 50 g
• black pepper to taste

Preparation

1. 1
   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti until al dente.
2. 2
   Cut the bacon or pancetta into small pieces and fry until golden brown.
3. 3
   Mix the egg yolks with the grated Pecorino cheese and plenty of black pepper.
4. 4
   Drain the pasta, reserving some of the cooking water.
5. 5
   Off the heat, combine the hot pasta with the bacon and the egg-cheese mixture. Add a little of the reserved cooking water to create a creamy sauce.
6. 6
   Serve immediately with extra pepper.