Creamy Bacon and Pea Carbonara (Print-Friendly Version)
Pasta with bacon, peas, and creamy Parmesan sauce — perfect for a quick, flavorful dinner.
# What You’ll Need to Make This:
→ Main Ingredients
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200 g spaghetti
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100 g bacon, diced
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1 cup (approximately 120 g) frozen peas
→ Sauce and Seasoning
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2 large eggs
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60 g grated Parmesan cheese
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
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Salt, to taste
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# How to Prepare:
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Cook spaghetti in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve a small amount of pasta water and drain well.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced bacon and sauté until deeply golden and crispy.
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Stir in minced garlic and frozen peas, cooking for 2–3 minutes until the peas are bright and tender.
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In a mixing bowl, vigorously whisk together eggs and grated Parmesan cheese until fully combined.
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Add drained spaghetti to the skillet with bacon and peas, ensuring the skillet is removed from direct heat.
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Quickly pour the egg and cheese mixture over the hot pasta, tossing thoroughly to coat and create a glossy sauce. Loosen with a splash of reserved pasta water if needed.
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Finish with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste and serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
# Extra Tips:
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For a vegetarian option, substitute bacon with mushrooms sautéed until golden.
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Toss the egg mixture rapidly with the hot pasta off the heat to prevent scrambling.
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Increase Parmesan for a richer, creamier texture as preferred.