Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of this classic Carbonara recipe. With smoky pork belly, velvety sauce, and perfectly cooked spaghetti, this dish is a true comfort food favorite.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 1 cup smoked pork belly (diced)
- 3 cups heavy cream
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup water
- Handful of fresh parsley (chopped)
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Serving:
- Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Chop the onion and parsley. Dice the smoked pork belly into small pieces. Cook the spaghetti until al dente, rinse with cold water, and set aside.
- Cook the Pork Belly and Onion: Heat oil in a skillet, add pork belly and onion. Sauté until crispy and golden brown.
- Make the Creamy Sauce: Add cream to the skillet. Whisk flour and water, then pour into the skillet. Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Simmer until thickened.
- Combine with Spaghetti: Add cooked spaghetti to the skillet. Toss to coat evenly.
- Serve: Sprinkle with parsley and Parmesan cheese. Adjust seasoning if needed and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 720
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 56g
- Saturated Fat: 32g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
Keywords: Carbonara, Pasta, Creamy, Pork Belly, Italian
