Cook the Mezze Maniche pasta according to the package instructions until al dente.
Before draining, reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta cooking water.
Preparing the Sauce:
While the pasta is cooking, whisk together the egg yolks, grated pecorino, and parmesan cheese in a bowl until well combined.
Cooking the Beef Bacon:
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the diced beef bacon until crispy and golden brown. Set aside some for garnish.
Combining Ingredients:
Once the pasta is cooked, add it to the skillet with the cooked bacon. Toss to combine.
Remove the skillet from heat.
Adding the Cheese Mixture:
Quickly add the whisked cheese mixture to the pasta and bacon, tossing vigorously to evenly coat the pasta.
Tempering the Eggs:
Gradually add the egg yolks to the pasta, tossing continuously to temper them without scrambling.
Adjusting Consistency:
If the sauce appears too thick, gradually add some of the reserved pasta cooking water, a tablespoon at a time, until reaching the desired creamy consistency.
Seasoning with Black Pepper:
Sprinkle freshly ground black pepper over the pasta and toss to incorporate.
Serving Immediately:
Plate the carbonara immediately while still creamy, garnishing with crispy beef bacon on top.
Serve with additional grated cheese and black pepper, if desired. Buon Appetito!