Quick Carbonara Recipe photo by Taste of Home
Quick Carbonara
TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 30 min.
YIELD: 6 servings.
Carbonara is a dinnertime classic, but my version cuts down on the time it takes to make. Loaded with ham, bacon, olives, garlic and Parmesan, it certainly doesn't skimp on flavor. —Carole Martin, Tallahassee, Florida
Ingredients
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12 ounces uncooked spaghetti
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3 tablespoons butter
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3 tablespoons canola oil
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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3 cups cubed fully cooked ham
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8 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
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2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
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3/4 cup sliced ripe or pimiento-stuffed olives
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Directions
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1.
Cook spaghetti according to package directions; drain.
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2.
In a large skillet, heat butter and oil over medium heat; saute garlic 1 minute. Stir in ham and bacon; heat through. Add spaghetti and parsley; toss to combine.
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3.
Remove from heat. Stir in olives and cheese.
Nutrition Facts
1 serving: 513 calories, 24g fat (8g saturated fat), 73mg cholesterol, 1333mg sodium, 45g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 28g protein.
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