Description
Easy Creamy Carbonara Pasta is a delightful dish that brings together the richness of beef bacon and a velvety cheese sauce for a comforting meal. With minimal prep time and ingredients, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. The creamy texture and savory flavor will impress your family and friends, making it a go-to favorite. Plus, it’s an alcohol-free version of the classic carbonara, ensuring everyone can enjoy it. In just 35 minutes, you’ll have a satisfying plate of pasta ready to serve—perfectly paired with garlic bread or a fresh salad for a complete dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 4 oz beef bacon, diced
- 2 large eggs
- 3/4 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Black pepper and salt to taste
Instructions
- Boil spaghetti in salted water until al dente. Whisk eggs and cheeses in a bowl until smooth.
- Cook beef bacon in a skillet over medium-low heat until crispy; set aside.
- Sauté garlic in the bacon fat until fragrant; remove from heat.
- Drain spaghetti, reserving some pasta water. Toss spaghetti with garlic fat and the egg-cheese mixture off heat until creamy.
- Add beef bacon and season with salt and pepper; mix well.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 210mg