Homemade Pasta Carbonara with Turkey Bacon: A Healthy Twist
A delicious and healthier take on classic carbonara using turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Healthy
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 4 strips turkey bacon
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, cook turkey bacon until crisp. Remove and crumble.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, Parmesan cheese, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Add spaghetti to the skillet with bacon and remove from heat.
- Quickly pour egg mixture over spaghetti, stirring to create a creamy sauce.
- Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use whole wheat spaghetti for added fiber.
- Experiment with different types of cheese for varied flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Homemade Pasta Carbonara with Bacon, Healthy Pasta Recipes, Turkey Bacon Carbonara
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