Simple Pasta Carbonara
Ingredients List
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½ pound medium-size pasta
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4 slices OSCAR MAYER Bacon, chopped
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4 ounces PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, cubed
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1 cup frozen peas
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¾ cup milk
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½ cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese
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½ teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
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Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
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In the meantime, fry the bacon in a large skillet until crispy. Drain on paper towels and keep 2 tablespoons of bacon drippings in the skillet.
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Add cream cheese, peas, milk, Parmesan cheese, and garlic powder to the skillet with the drippings. Heat on low until the cream cheese melts and the mixture is warmed through.
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Place the cooked pasta into a large bowl. Add the creamy sauce and bacon, tossing gently to combine.
Helpful Hints
Safety Tip: Since this dish contains dairy ingredients like cheese and milk, serve it immediately and refrigerate any leftovers as soon as possible.
Alternative: Use Philadelphia Neufchâtel Cheese for a lighter option.
Serving Suggestion: Enhance the meal by pairing it with a fresh mixed green salad, drizzled with your favorite Kraft light dressing for extra flavor and crunch.
Nutrition Information (per serving)
| 407 | Calories |
| 16g | Fat |
| 51g | Carbs |
| 19g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
| Calories 407 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 16g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat 8g | 42% |
| Cholesterol 52mg | 17% |
| Sodium 458mg | 20% |
| Total Carbohydrate 51g | 19% |
| Dietary Fiber 4g | 14% |
| Total Sugars 6g | |
| Protein 19g | 38% |
| Vitamin C 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium 75mg | 6% |
| Iron 2mg | 13% |
| Potassium 262mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
Evaluation :
5/5