How to Make Quick and Creamy Pasta Carbonara - A Step-by-Step Guide

Pasta carbonara is a classic Italian dish that has been a favorite for many generations. This quick and creamy pasta carbonara recipe is perfect for when you're craving a comforting and delicious meal but don't have a lot of time to spend in the kitchen. With simple ingredients and easy steps, you can have a flavorful and satisfying meal ready in no time.

This pasta carbonara recipe is known for its creamy, rich sauce that's made by combining eggs, Parmesan cheese, and crispy bacon. T...

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups rigatoni pasta
  • 6 slices bacon, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 ¼ cups milk
  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, cut into cubes
  • ½ cup butter, softened
  • ½ cup freshly shredded Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup fresh green peas
  • ¼ cup diced cooked ham

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook rigatoni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 13 minutes. Drain.
  • Meanwhile, place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon, leaving drippings in pan; set bacon aside.
  • Cook and stir garlic in the remaining bacon grease over medium heat. Add milk, cream cheese, and butter to skillet; stir until smooth. Stir Parmesan cheese, peas, ham, and bacon into cream cheese mixture; cook until peas are heated through, about 5 minutes more. Mix pasta into sauce to serve.
  • Nutrition

    778 cal.

    • Total Fat: 56g
    • Saturated Fat: 32g
    • Cholesterol: 156mg
    • Sodium: 975mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 47g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 25g
    • Vitamin C: 5mg
    • Calcium: 284mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 424mg