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Ingredients
• 8 ounces whole wheat spaghetti
• 4 slices turkey bacon, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup low-fat milk
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove from the skillet and set aside, leaving the bacon grease in the skillet.
- In the same skillet with the bacon grease, add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs, grated Parmesan cheese, low-fat milk, and black pepper.
- Reduce the heat to low and return the cooked spaghetti to the skillet. Stir in the egg mixture, making sure to coat the pasta evenly. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Remove from heat and stir in the cooked turkey bacon and chopped parsley.
- Serve the Healthy Spaghetti Carbonara immediately, garnished with additional grated Parmesan cheese and parsley, if desired.
Q1: What are the main ingredients needed for the Healthy Spaghetti Carbonara?
A1: The main ingredients for the Healthy Spaghetti Carbonara are whole wheat spaghetti, turkey bacon, garlic, eggs, grated Parmesan cheese, low-fat milk, black pepper, and fresh parsley.
Q2: How do I make the Healthy Spaghetti Carbonara sauce?
A2: To make the sauce, whisk together the eggs, grated Parmesan cheese, low-fat milk, and black pepper in a small bowl. Then, stir in the cooked spaghetti until it's evenly coated with the egg mixture. Cook for a couple of minutes on low heat until the sauce thickens slightly.
Q3: How can I serve the Healthy Spaghetti Carbonara?
A3: Serve the Healthy Spaghetti Carbonara immediately after cooking. You can garnish it with additional grated Parmesan cheese and parsley, if desired. Enjoy the guilt-free creamy goodness of this nutritious carbonara!
