PCB (Pasta, Cream, and Bacon)
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PCB (Pasta, Cream, and Bacon)

Indulge in a rich and flavorful pasta creation that perfectly marries the irresistible crunch of crispy bacon with a luscious, velvety cream sauce. This delightful PCB (Pasta, Cream, and Bacon) dish is seasoned to perfection with a hint of pepper, making every bite a savory celebration. Get ready to impress your taste buds and elevate your dinner game with this easy-to-make favorite!

quickeasydinner
nut-free
dinner

Prep

15

min

Cook

30

min

Serves

4

people

Level

intermediate

📝 Ingredients

Serves 4
Servings:

🥬Fresh Produce(1)

  • 1 red onion, finely diced

🥩Meat & Seafood(1)

  • 3-4 rashers of bacon, diced

🥛Dairy & Eggs(3)

  • 1 egg, whisked
  • ~120ml heavy cream (4.06 fl oz)
  • Parmesan cheese, grated

🫙Pantry Staples(2)

  • 1 (very large) serving dried pasta
  • ~50ml reserved pasta water (1.69 fl oz)

🧂Spices & Seasonings(1)

  • Fresh coarse ground black pepper

👨‍🍳 Instructions

  1. 1

    Boil the pasta in salted water until almost al dente. Reserve some pasta water before draining.

  2. 2

    Heat some olive oil in a pan on medium-low heat and fry the onions for 5-7 mins, until softened and golden. Season with salt and pepper.

  3. 3

    Add the bacon and cook with the onions for another 3-4 minutes, until everything is golden and the bacon is crispy.

  4. 4

    Return the drained pasta to the pot then add the onion and bacon mixture, cream and a generous splash of pasta water. Stir constantly.

  5. 5

    Remove from the heat, then stir in the egg and grate in plenty of parmesan. Constantly stir the pasta to create a silky sauce, add more cream or pasta water if necessary. Taste to adjust seasoning.

  6. 6

    Serve and enjoy.

Cuisine: italian
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