Spaghetti alla Carbonara with Ham Recipe

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Spaghetti alla Carbonara with Ham Recipe – fast and easy pasta dinner for busy weeknights. Spaghetti noodles are tossed with crispy bacon, ham and creamy Parmesan sauce.

Easy pasta dinner is my go-to on busy days. My Tuscan Chicken Pasta, Spinach Dip Chicken Pasta or Fettuccine Alfredo are always a hit. One of the easiest pasta dishes is hands down Spaghetti alla Carbonara.

SPAGHETTI ALLA CARBONARA

It’s quick, easy and absolutely delicious! Cooked spaghetti noodles are tossed with crispy bacon (or ) and ham. Then a simple mixture of eggs and grated Parmesan cheese is vigorously whisked into the still hot pasta to create a creamy sauce. This pasta dish is rich and flavorful! This Spaghetti alla Carbonara is a must to have in your recipe box. It’s perfect for busy family weeknights as well as date nights at home or dinners with friends. Serve with simple salad and breadsticks for a satisfying meal.

HOW TO MAKE SPAGHETTI ALLA CARBONARA?

• Start by cooking spaghetti in a pot with lid, according to the instructions on the box. When done, reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta. Keep warm.
• In a skillet, heat up olive oil. Add bacon and chopped ham and cook until crispy. Add garlic and saute for 1 minute. Add one tablespoon of butter and let melt. Add cooked spaghetti to skillet and toss well with bacon and ham.
• In a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together egg and Parmesan. Slowly add to pasta, whisking vigorously so the egg won’t scramble. Add pasta water, a little bit at a time, whisking well. It should turn into a creamy sauce. Season dish with black pepper, chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese.

CAN I MAKE SPAGHETTI CARBONARA AHEAD OF TIME?

Yes, this pasta dish can be made a day ahead and reheated when needed. However, since the bacon is cooked to crispy, it will lose it’s texture if you keep the dish overnight in the fridge.

HOW TO REHEAT SPAGHETTI CARBONARA?

To reheat spaghetti carbonara, place the pasta in a skillet and stir over medium heat until heated through. The sauce will absorb into the noodles as the pasta sits in the fridge so you may need to add more pasta water or chicken stock.

WHAT YOU NEED TO MAKE THIS RECIPE:

pot with lid to cook pasta

large skillet

cutting board and knife

MORE EASY PASTA RECIPES:

Carbonara (with no eggs)

Instant Pot Spaghetti Carbonara

Mushroom Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo

Tuscan Chicken Pasta

Spinach Dip Chicken Pasta

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SPAGHETTI ALLA CARBONARA WITH HAM RECIPE:

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Spaghetti alla Carbonara with Ham recipe

Prep Time

10 mins

Cook Time

15 mins

Total Time

25 mins

 

Spaghetti alla Carbonara with Ham Recipe – fast and easy pasta dinner for busy weeknights. Spaghetti noodles are tossed with crispy bacon, ham and creamy Parmesan sauce.

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Italian

Keyword: pasta carbonara, spaghetti carbonara

Servings: 4 servings

Calories: 566 kcal

Author: Anna

Ingredients

• 8 oz spaghetti noodles
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 6 slices of bacon chopped
• 1.5 cups chopped cooked ham
• 2 garlic cloves minced
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 large egg
• 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• chopped parsley

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Instructions

1. Start by cooking spaghetti in a pot with lid, according to the instructions on the box. When done, reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta. Keep warm.
2. In a skillet, heat up olive oil. Add bacon and chopped ham and cook until crispy. Add garlic and saute for 1 minute. Add one tablespoon of butter and let melt. Add cooked spaghetti to skillet and toss well with bacon and ham.
3. In a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together egg and Parmesan. Slowly add to pasta, whisking vigorously so the egg won't scramble. Add pasta water, a little bit at a time, whisking well. It should turn into a creamy sauce. Season dish with black pepper, chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Spaghetti alla Carbonara with Ham recipe

Amount Per Serving

Calories 566 Calories from Fat 261

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 29g 45%

Saturated Fat 11g 55%

Cholesterol 117mg 39%

Sodium 1038mg 43%

Potassium 349mg 10%

Total Carbohydrates 44g 15%

Dietary Fiber 1g 4%

Sugars 1g

Protein 28g 56%

Vitamin A 6.2%

Vitamin C 12.5%

Calcium 23.1%

Iron 8.9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.