Pasta Carbonara with Peas

Name: Pasta Carbonara with Peas
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients: 1 lb spaghetti; 6 oz diced pancetta; 4 large eggs, whisked; 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated; 1 cup frozen green peas, thawed; 1 tsp black pepper, cracked; 1 tsp salt

A classic pasta dish featuring crisp pancetta, tender peas, and a silky egg and Parmesan sauce. Perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner.

25 minEasyServes 4780 cal/serving

Italian-AmericanDinnerStovetopStandardHigh FiberHigh ProteinNut-FreeSoy-FreeShellfish-FreeSesame-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

Ingredients

1 lb spaghetti
6 oz diced pancetta
4 large eggs, whisked
1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
1 cup frozen green peas, thawed
1 tsp black pepper, cracked
1 tsp salt

Instructions

1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add 1 tsp salt.
2

In a bowl, whisk together 4 whisked large eggs, 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, and 1 tsp cracked black pepper until smooth.
3

Cook 1 lb spaghetti in the boiling water for 8 to 10 minutes until al dente, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
4

In a large skillet over medium heat, render 6 oz diced pancetta for 6 to 8 minutes until crispy and the internal temperature reaches 160 F, then stir in 1 cup thawed frozen green peas for 1 minute.
5

Remove the skillet from heat, add the hot pasta and reserved pasta water, then quickly stir in the egg mixture to create a creamy sauce.

Questions

Can I make Pasta Carbonara with Peas dairy-free?

Not cleanly. Here the dairy (1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated) is the backbone of the dish, and plant-based substitutes change both its texture and its flavor. If you need strictly dairy-free, start from the dairy-free dinner collection instead.

Can I make Pasta Carbonara with Peas gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in this entry is 1 lb spaghetti. Swap the pasta for a gluten-free one, cooked a minute short of its package time. Everything else proceeds as written.

How long does Pasta Carbonara with Peas keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

Can I halve or double Pasta Carbonara with Peas?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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