Crispy bacon & sausage carbonara

Health score
23%
Crispy bacon & sausage carbonara
25 min.
4
997kcal

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If you're on the hunt for a hearty and indulgent meal that marries crispy, savory flavors with comforting pasta, look no further than this delicious recipe for Crispy Bacon & Sausage Carbonara. This twist on the classic carbonara elevates the traditional dish by incorporating golden sausage balls and crispy streaky bacon, ensuring every bite is packed with flavor and texture.

Imagine sitting down to a steaming bowl of penne pasta, tossed in a creamy, velvety sauce enriched with the richness of egg yolks and the sharp bite of Parmesan cheese. The dish is further enhanced by the delightful crunch of crisp bacon and the juicy burst of well-seasoned sausage, creating a symphony of tastes that will tantalize your taste buds.

Not only is this dish perfect for lunch or dinner, but it also comes together in just 25 minutes, making it an ideal option for busy weeknights or when you want to impress guests without spending hours in the kitchen. With a total of 997 calories per serving, this carbonara is a filling meal that doesn't skimp on satisfaction. So grab your apron, fire up your frying pan, and let’s create a comforting feast that celebrates the irresistible combination of bacon, sausage, and pasta!

Ingredients

  • 400 penne pasta 
  •  sausage 
  • slices bacon 
  •  onion finely chopped
  • large egg yolk 
  • tbsp single cream 
  • 85 parmesan finely grated
  • small bunch parsley finely chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • ladle
  • oven

Directions

  1. Cook the pasta following pack instructions. Meanwhile, squeeze the meat out of the sausage casings and, with damp or lightly oiled hands, roll into small-ish balls.
  2. Heat a frying pan and cook the bacon or pancetta until really crispy.
  3. Remove and keep warm. Fry the sausageballs until golden and cooked through, remove and keep warm (a low oven is good for this). Cook the onion in the fat from the bacon and sausageballs (tip some out if you need to) until soft.
  4. In a small bowl, mix the egg yolks, cream, most of the Parmesan and most of the parsley with lots of black pepper and a pinch of salt.
  5. Drain the pasta, reserving a ladle of water. Tip the pasta back into the pan, off the heat, and add the egg mix, onions and sausageballs.
  6. Mix well, adding some pasta water until you have a sauce that coats the pasta. Tip into bowls, scatter over the remaining parsley and Parmesan, and top with the bacon.

Nutrition Facts

Calories997kcal
Protein17.08%
Fat50.35%
Carbs32.57%

Properties

Glycemic Index
39
Glycemic Load
30.91
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
32.421739329462%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
30.71mg
Luteolin
0.16mg
Isorhamnetin
1.38mg
Kaempferol
0.39mg
Myricetin
2.12mg
Quercetin
5.62mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:997.16kcal
49.86%
Fat:55.17g
84.87%
Saturated Fat:21.24g
132.75%
Carbohydrates:80.29g
26.76%
Net Carbohydrates:76.15g
27.69%
Sugar:4.22g
4.68%
Cholesterol:259.04mg
86.35%
Sodium:1198.6mg
52.11%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:42.09g
84.19%
Vitamin K:235.11µg
223.91%
Selenium:84.19µg
120.27%
Phosphorus:589.7mg
58.97%
Manganese:1mg
49.79%
Vitamin B3:7.75mg
38.76%
Vitamin A:1782.77IU
35.66%
Vitamin B1:0.5mg
33.63%
Calcium:335.24mg
33.52%
Zinc:4.89mg
32.59%
Vitamin B6:0.63mg
31.66%
Vitamin C:21.67mg
26.27%
Vitamin B12:1.48µg
24.6%
Magnesium:91.09mg
22.77%
Vitamin B2:0.38mg
22.2%
Iron:3.89mg
21.62%
Copper:0.41mg
20.66%
Potassium:688.01mg
19.66%
Vitamin B5:1.85mg
18.53%
Folate:66.44µg
16.61%
Fiber:4.14g
16.55%
Vitamin D:2.17µg
14.44%
Vitamin E:1.08mg
7.21%