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Pasta Carbonara : Easy Family Dinner Ideas

Ingredients

  • 8 oz spaghetti - uncooked
  • 1 pkg bacon - cooked
  • 1-1/2 tbsp minced garlic
  • 3 cups milk
  • 3 tbsp cornstarch
  • 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese
  • salt pepper, granulated garlic & mined onions to taste
  • Grape tomatoes & parsley for garnish

Instructions

  • Start with preparing your bacon as you normally would- either bake or pan fry to crisp
  • Allow to cool slightly & then rough chop or crumble into large skillet
  • In a large pot bring water to boiling & cook spaghetti to package directions (usually around 11 minutes)
  • Add garlic & seasonings to skillet with bacon & heat over low about 2 minutes - stirring frequently
  • In a medium bowl combine milk & cornstarch - whisk
  • Add milk mixture to skillet with bacon & cook on medium until thickened
  • Add Parmesan & cook until melted
  • Add cooked pasta to skillet & toss to coat
  • Season with salt & pepper & garnish with tomatoes & parsley before serving