Protein-Packed Pasta Carbonara

Protein-Packed Pasta Carbonara 🍝

Silky egg-based sauce clinging to pasta with crispy bacon and Parmesan, the Roman classic that's naturally packed with protein.

20 min · Comfortable · 480 cal · 38g protein · $3.20/serving · Italian

20minutes
4servings
480calories
38gprotein
$3.20per serving

Ingredients (serves 4)

  • 1 lb spaghetti
  • 8 oz bacon
  • 6 eggs
  • 1.5 cups Parmesan
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • Black Pepper
  • Salt

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Instructions

  1. 1

    Bring a large pot of salted water to boil and cook spaghetti until al dente according to package directions.

  2. 2

    Meanwhile, chop bacon and cook in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 5-7 minutes.

  3. 3

    In a bowl, whisk together eggs, grated Parmesan, and plenty of freshly cracked black pepper.

  4. 4

    Reserve 1 cup pasta water, then drain pasta and add it to the bacon pan off heat.

  5. 5

    Pour egg mixture into the pasta, toss quickly, adding pasta water a splash at a time until you have a silky sauce.

  6. 6

    Serve immediately, topped with extra Parmesan and black pepper.

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