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Lightened Up Spaghetti Carbonara

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Author: Catherine McCord
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes

Ingredients  

  • 1 pound spaghetti
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 pound turkey bacon, chopped
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup reserved pasta water*

Instructions 

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to the package directions. Drain, reserving 1 cup of the pasta cooking water. Return the pasta to the pot. 
  • While the pasta is cooking, heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the bacon and cook, stirring occasionally so it cooks evenly, about 5 minutes. Add the onions and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are soft, about 3 minutes.
  • Whisk together the eggs and cheese in a small bowl. Add it to the pasta and immediately (so it doesn't curdle) stir and toss together. Add the bacon, onions and 1/2 cup of the reserved pasta water (see Cook's Note). 
  • Toss to coat well and serve immediately (see Cook's Note).
  • Cook's Note: The pasta will absorb some of the liquid as it sits, so if not serving right away, toss with the remaining 1/2 cup warm pasta water just before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 510kcal | Carbohydrates: 60g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 18g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 1080mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g
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