FETTUCINE CARBONARA

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Easy restaurant quality carbonara. I am asked to make this again and again from both friends and family!

Provided by Shannon1975

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound dry fettuccini noodles
8 slices bacon
4 eggs
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 ¼ cups heavy cream
1 pinch ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add fettuccini and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • Fry bacon in skillet over medium heat until crispy, remove and drain on paper towel. Chop with knife into bits.
  • Beat the eggs, cheese and cream in a bowl, then add the bacon. Pour over the pasta in the pan and toss gently using tongs.
  • Return the pan to a very low heat and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, or until slightly thickened. Don't overheat or the eggs will scramble. Season well with black pepper and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 438.6 calories, Carbohydrate 43 g, Cholesterol 158.4 mg, Fat 22.8 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 16.8 g, SaturatedFat 11.7 g, Sodium 339.3 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

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