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creamy dreamy bacon carbonara

(1 rating)
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Recipe by
Ellen Gwaltney Bales
@Starwriter
Indianapolis, IN

This recipe is a bit different for me. I'm usually a red sauce kind of gal. But the picture looks so yummy I had to adopt this and tweak it just a bit. Recipe: Guest & photo by Emma 07-06-14

(1 rating)
yield 6 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For creamy dreamy bacon carbonara

  • 8 to 10 slice
    bacon
  • 2 clove
    garlic, minced
  • 2 1/8 c
    heavy cream
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2
    eggs
  • 2 oz
    parmesan cheese
  • 16 oz
    fettuccini

How To Make creamy dreamy bacon carbonara

  • 1
    Cut the bacon into approximately 1/2" strips and fry over medium heat.
  • 2
    In the meantime, cook the fettuccine according to package directions.
  • 3
    When the bacon is almost done, add the garlic and cook about 1 minute. Add the cream and salt and pepper to the pan with bacon and garlic. Simmer until thick and creamy.
  • 4
    Whisk together the eggs and Parmesan in a small bowl.
  • 5
    When the pasta is cooked, drain and add it to the pan with the bacon and cream sauce. Stir to combine. Add the egg and Parmesan to the pan and stir again. Serve immediately with more Parmesan sprinkled on top, if desired.
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