Creamy Turkey Bacon Carbonara Pasta: An Easy Gourmet Delight
A rich and creamy bacon carbonara pasta dish that brings a touch of gourmet dining right to your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a pan, cook turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and chop.
- In a bowl, whisk together heavy cream, eggs, Parmesan, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Add cooked spaghetti to the pan, remove from heat, and pour in the cream mixture while stirring quickly.
- Add chopped bacon and mix well.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan and parsley if desired.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, substitute bacon with mushrooms.
- Pair with a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Creamy Bacon Carbonara, Pasta, Easy Gourmet, Turkey Bacon, Restaurant Quality