Spaghetti Carbonara Italienischer Art: Indulgent Turkey Bacon Twist
Experience a unique twist on the classic spaghetti carbonara with turkey bacon, offering a deliciously indulgent meal that captures the essence of Italian cuisine.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Low-carb
Ingredients
Scale
- 200 grams spaghetti
- 150 grams turkey bacon, diced
- 2 large eggs
- 50 grams grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions in salted water.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add turkey bacon, cooking until crispy.
- Stir in minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Once spaghetti is cooked, reserve some pasta water and drain the rest.
- Add the hot spaghetti to the skillet with turkey bacon and garlic.
- Remove from heat and quickly mix in egg and cheese mixture, adding reserved pasta water as needed for creaminess.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste, and serve immediately.
Notes
- For an extra creamy sauce, consider adding a splash of cream.
- Adjust the amount of turkey bacon based on your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 4 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 60 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 180 milligrams