Description
Experience a delightful twist on the classic spaghetti carbonara with turkey bacon, making it a healthier yet indulgent dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a pan, cook turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and chop.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs and Parmesan cheese.
- Drain spaghetti and return to pot, adding garlic and turkey bacon.
- Quickly add egg mixture to spaghetti, stirring quickly to create a creamy sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper, and stir in parsley just before serving.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, omit turkey bacon.
- Use whole grain spaghetti for a healthier choice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 400 milligrams
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 5 grams
- Carbohydrates: 42 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 18 grams
- Cholesterol: 80 milligrams