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Ingredients
for
4
Spaghetti Carbonara
15 min.
Time:
626
calories
Calories:
Health Score:
59 / 100
Ingredientsfor
Preparation
1.
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil.
2.
Cook spaghetti in boiling salted water according to package directions until al dente.
3.
Meanwhile, separate the eggs and put the yolks in a bowl (save whites for another use).
4.
Add cream and ham to yolks and whisk thoroughly to combine.
5.
Drain the spaghetti briefly, return to pot and stir over low heat with the egg mixture. Once the egg mixture begins to set, remove from heat.
6.
Season with pepper. Finely grate the Parmesan over the spaghetti and serve immediately.
Nutritional values
1 serving contains
(Percentage of daily recommendation)
(Percentage of daily recommendation)
Calorie | 626 cal. | (30 %) | ||
Protein | 27 g | (28 %) | ||
Fat | 19 g | (16 %) | ||
Carbohydrates | 85 g | (57 %) | ||
Sugar added | 0 g | (0 %) | ||
Roughage | 6 g | (20 %) |
Healthy, because
Healthy, because
Parmesean is rich in satiating protein and calcium, which keeps bones and teeth healthy.
Even smarter
Even smarter
To make the recipe even smarter, use whole wheat spaghetti instead of the traditional pasta, which adds an extra portion of fiber and minerals.