Creamy Bacon Carbonara
Curly Noodles

A simplified, creamy twist on classic carbonara. This quick dish features curly noodles tossed in a savory milk-based sauce with crispy bacon and parmesan.

Ingredients

• 150 g lean bacon
• 1 tbsp butter
• 1/2 onion, chopped
• 200 g curly noodles
• 100 ml low-fat milk
• 2 tbsp parmesan cheese, shredded
• 1 egg yolk
• to taste salt
• to taste black pepper
• 1 tsp parsley, chopped

Instructions

1. 1Fry the bacon

   

   Place the lean bacon pieces into a hot pan without adding any oil. Fry the bacon until it becomes fragrant and begins to brown, releasing its natural fats.

   Tip: Rendering the bacon fat first creates a flavorful base for the dish.
2. 2Add butter and aromatics

   

   Add a small piece of butter to the pan with the fried bacon. Incorporate the chopped onions and stir-fry everything together until the onions have softened and become translucent.

   Tip: Butter adds a rich creamy flavor that complements the salty bacon.
3. 3Sauté the onions

   

   Continue to cook the onions with the bacon until they are soft and well-combined with the meat.

   Tip: Cooking the onions with the bacon allows them to absorb the savory rendered fat.
4. 4Deglaze the pan

   

   Pour a small amount of water into the pan with the bacon and onions. This helps to lift any flavorful browned bits from the bottom of the pan and creates a base for the sauce.

   Tip: Ensure the water is fully incorporated before adding the next ingredients.
5. 5Add the noodles

   

   Place the curly noodles directly into the pan with the bacon and onion mixture. Use tongs or a spatula to distribute them evenly.

   Tip: Curly noodles are excellent for holding onto creamy sauces.
6. 6Create the creamy sauce

   

   Pour the low-fat milk over the noodles in the pan. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, and stir everything evenly until the noodles are well-coated and cooked through.

   Tip: Low-fat milk creates a lighter, creamy sauce without needing heavy cream.
7. 7Season the pasta

   

   Add salt and black pepper to the pan. Stir well to ensure the seasonings are distributed throughout the creamy sauce.

   Tip: Taste the sauce before adding salt as the bacon and parmesan cheese already contribute a salty flavor.
8. 8Combine ingredients

   

   Gently toss the noodles and bacon together in the pan to ensure every strand is coated in the creamy milk sauce.

   Tip: Stir gently to coat all the noodles evenly with the sauce without breaking them.
9. 9Add parmesan cheese

   

   Evenly sprinkle a generous amount of shredded parmesan cheese over the top of the pasta. The heat from the noodles will help the cheese melt into the sauce, adding a rich, savory flavor.

   Tip: Use freshly grated parmesan for the best melting quality and flavor.
10. 10Add the egg yolk

    

    Carefully place a raw egg yolk into the center of the pasta dish. This will add extra richness to the sauce when mixed in just before serving.

    Tip: Use a fresh, high-quality egg since the yolk will be served slightly runny.

Storage & Reheating

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