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Spaghetti Bacon Carbonara in a white bowl with herbs sprinkled on top and a tea towel off to the side.

Bacon Carbonara With Rosemary

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings 4 people

Ingredients:  

  • 1 package whole wheat spaghetti
  • 3 slabs thick cut bacon, diced
  • 2 tbs fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 1/2 white onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 6 mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 egg, scrambled in a bowl
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tbs pepper
  • 2 tsp chilli flakes
  • 1 cup pasta water

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Instructions: 

  • Cook your pasta in salted water until al dente. Before draining, reserve 1 cup of the pasta water.
  • While the pasta cooks, heat a large pan over medium-high heat and add the diced bacon. Cook until crispy and the fat has rendered. Pour off excess bacon fat, leaving about 1 tablespoon in the pan.
  • In the same pan, add the garlic, rosemary, and onion. Take a second to enjoy that amazing aroma. After about 30 seconds, stir in the mushrooms and spinach.
  • Add the cooked pasta to the pan and toss to combine. Pour in ¾ cup of the reserved pasta water and stir well. Let it cook for about 3 minutes, then turn off the heat.
  • With the pan off the heat, pour in the scrambled egg. Use a wooden spoon or tongs to quickly toss the pasta, letting the residual heat gently cook the egg. Keep stirring for about a minute until the sauce is silky and coats the pasta.
  • Finish by adding black pepper, chili flakes, and parmesan. Give it a taste, then season with salt if needed. Plate it up and enjoy!