Some forests can be so relaxing and offer so much peace and quiet. As this is the case, some people find it very fun to practice their cooking skills in such forests. Cooking in the forest is intriguing, and this article reveals how one can prepare a wonderful pasta Carbonara from scratch in the forest.

The meal is simple and requires the use of homemade organic ingredients. For those who like to prepare a quick, budget-friendly meal that won`t break the bank, this meal is a good option. Pasta Carbonara is creamy, and the forest scenery makes the pasta look delicious. Often people make the whole meal from scratch to give it that fresh and natural look. It`s hard to believe that people manage to make the meal outside, but this is precisely how it`s done.

How to make Spaghetti Carbonara in the Forest 

Spaghetti Carbonara is a timeless pasta dish typically made with pancetta, Italian bacon. But some prefer to use Hillshire Farm lunchmeat and even mushrooms as a substitute for the bacon. The substitutes work perfectly and ensure the meal is packed with flavor. Lunchmeat and mushrooms are easy ingredients to find, which make the meal easy to make. Despite the location, one can easily prepare a flavor-packed meal that can satisfy hungry tummies and keep the grocery budget on track.

Spaghetti Carbonara is made by chopping ham and sautéing it in olive oil until crispy. The ham is then tossed with al dente spaghetti that is dressed with a robust Parmigiana Reggiano and egg-based cheese sauce.

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp Olive Oil
• 1/2 tbsp Salt
• 1/2 tbsp Black Pepper
• 4-5 Garlic Cloves
• A handful of fresh parsley
• 4 Free-range eggs
• 2 Cup grano duro flour
• 150g Pecorino cheese
• 250g Smoked pork meat (homemade)

Steps to Make the best Spaghetti Carbonara in the Forest:

1. In a bowl, mix up two cupsful of flour with two whole eggs, a pinch of salt, and 1 tbsp of olive oil. Mix the flour with the added ingredients with a spatula and knead well. Make a handful of spaghetti from the dough using special utensils.
2. Boil water in a pot, salt it, and then cook the spaghetti for 7 minutes.
3. Slice and dice 250g of smoked pork meat (homemade). Then crash and peel 4-5 garlic cloves, and chop them up.
4. Preheat a pan and add a tbsp of olive oil and fry the sliced pork and garlic cloves for 5-8 minutes on medium heat.
5. Add your cooked spaghetti to the pan and some salt, black pepper, and a handful of grated parmesan cheese. Mix everything in the saucepan well, and add some grated pecorino cheese and finish off with few drops of chopped fresh parsley.
6. Enjoy!

Carbonara Sauce:

1. Crack two free-range eggs into a mixing bowl.
2. Grate 150g of pecorino cheese and add it to the eggs.
3. Add 1/2 tbsp of black pepper and mix the ingredients well.

Carbonara itself:

1. Toss the prepared spaghetti and ham mixture into a pan.
2. Add the carbonara sauce prepared to the pan and mix well and let it cook for at least 3-5 minutes.
3. Finish off with grated cheese and serve.
4. Enjoy!

This spaghetti Carbonara easily serves six people depending on the appetites of those someone is feeding. But simply adding a salad and some bread ensures everyone is fed and the meal is ready in less than 20 minutes.

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