Description
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Asparagus & Bacon Spaghetti Carbonara
Ingredients
12 oz spaghetti
4 slices bacon, diced
1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
3 large eggs
¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese (plus extra for garnish)
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Cook the Pasta:
Boil spaghetti in salted water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain and set aside.
Cook Bacon:
In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the skillet.
Sauté Asparagus:
Add asparagus to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp. Remove and set aside.
Prepare Sauce:
In a bowl, whisk together eggs, Parmesan cheese, and a pinch of black pepper.
Combine Ingredients:
Toss spaghetti in the skillet with the olive oil and garlic, cooking for 1 minute. Remove from heat, then quickly mix in the egg mixture, stirring vigorously to create a creamy sauce. If needed, add reserved pasta water a little at a time.
Add Bacon & Asparagus:
Fold in the bacon and asparagus. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
Serve:
Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan. Serve immediately.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: ~430 kcal per serving
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