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30-Minute Pasta Carbonara Recipe

30-Minute Pasta Carbonara Recipe
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A quick and delicious 30-Minute Pasta Carbonara recipe that combines creamy, cheesy goodness with crispy bacon and peas for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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For the Carbonara:

  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup grated Pecorino Romano or Parmesan cheese
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder

Additional Ingredients:

  • 8 ounces bacon (or turkey bacon as a substitute)
  • 10 ounces spaghetti or fusilli col buco (gluten-free or whole grain pasta can also be used)
  • ⅓ cup reserved pasta water
  • ¼ teaspoon salt, plus extra for seasoning
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1–1 ½ cups frozen peas, thawed (adjust according to preference)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Carbonara Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, grated cheese, and garlic powder until well combined. Set aside.
  2. Cook the Bacon: Heat a large skillet or pan over medium heat. Add the bacon and cook until both sides are golden brown. If the pan starts to smoke, reduce the heat. Once the bacon is crispy, remove from the pan, blot with paper towels to remove excess grease, and chop it into bite-sized pieces. If you used regular bacon, drain most of the bacon grease, leaving about 1-3 teaspoons in the pan. Set the pan aside off the heat.
  3. Cook the Pasta: While the bacon cooks, bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Add a generous amount of salt to the water, then cook the pasta until al dente. Once the pasta is done, reserve ⅓ cup of the pasta water, then drain the pasta.
  4. Combine Pasta and Sauce: Transfer the hot, drained pasta to the skillet with the bacon (the pan should still be warm, but not on direct heat). Slowly add the egg and cheese mixture to the pasta, stirring quickly with tongs to coat the pasta evenly. The heat from the pasta will help cook the eggs, creating a creamy sauce without curdling. If the sauce needs to be creamier, add a few tablespoons of the reserved pasta water.
  5. Add Final Touches: Stir in ¼ teaspoon salt, freshly ground black pepper, chopped bacon, and thawed peas. Mix well, ensuring everything is evenly coated. Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if desired.
  6. Serve and Garnish: Divide the pasta among serving plates and garnish with extra Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately and enjoy!

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Keywords: Pasta Carbonara, Carbonara Recipe, Easy Carbonara, Pasta Recipe, Bacon Pasta

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