Pasta Carbonara I Recipe
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Pasta Carbonara I

By: Jackie 
"Lots of crispy bacon is tossed with hot, buttered noodles, whipped egg and cream, and a generous measure of Parmesan cheese to make this delicious classic. Stir until the heat of the pasta cooks the eggs, then serve with parsley and ground pepper."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.2 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (99)

What to Drink?
Wine Pinot Grigio
Prep Time:
15 Min
Cook Time:
15 Min
Ready In:
30 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 8 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1/2 pound bacon, cut into small pieces
  • 4 eggs, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream at room temperature
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 16 ounces dry fettuccine pasta
  • 1/4 cup butter, softened
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  • ground black pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Cook bacon until crisp. Drain on paper towels.
  2. In medium bowl beat together eggs and cream just until blended. Stir in cheese and set aside.
  3. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and return to pan. Toss with butter until it is melted. Add bacon and cheese mixture and toss gently until mixed.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 395 | Total Fat: 17.7g | Cholesterol: 145mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 29, 2006 by SUSANANDBENNETT   view full review
I made this using regular milk for the cream and left the butter out. I'm sure it would have...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 11, 2003 by JESSI36BC   view full review
Yummy dish, but make sure to stir the eggs in for awhile to ensure their cooked and...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 11, 2003 by Emily   view full review
This was delicious! I used penne pasta because it holds in a lot of sauce for each bite, and I...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 4, 2005 by NICKIG   view full review
Very nice and easy to make. Tasted great as well! I changed the recipe a bit though. I used...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 12, 2005 by Tonya   view full review
A very easy and tasty dish! Substituted diced prosciutto instead of bacon and added 1/2 cup of...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 20, 2010 by Tara Gosse   view full review
LOVED IT!! I will make this over and over. Not lo-cal but oh well. I used a combo of recipes...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 15, 2006 by LOHREWOK   view full review
really great! I added broccoli and carrots to the pasta during the last couple of minutes...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 23, 2003 by LINDA MCLEAN   view full review
Absolutely delicious! I only added one egg as it was thick enough with the cheese. Loved by all!
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 4, 2005 by JUBRAND   view full review
Very good, but sauce wasn't smooth. Maybe use fresh parm instead of grated? I added some...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 16, 2005 by MAIKOBOT   view full review
Wonderful recipe. This was the first time I was making pasta carbonara for a picnic lunch and...

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