Pasta Carbonara I

INGREDIENTS

• 1/2 pound bacon, cut into small pieces
• 4 eggs, room temperature
• 1/4 cup heavy cream at room temperature
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 16 ounces dry fettuccine pasta
• 1/4 cup butter, softened
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley
• ground black pepper to taste