Pancetta Spiced Ham Carbonara |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 10 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Using the spices (that would make Pancetta) on the ham give it a fairly authentic flavor. This gives this Carbonara a little zing. When I first looked at the ingredients, I thought, Really? , but it is Deeeelicious! Caveat - this might be a twice a year thing, as I'm pretty sure the cholesterol levels are going to pushing the limit in this dish. Just don't have ice cream for dessert, OK? Ingredients:
2 cups ham, cubed |
1 medium onion, chopped |
1 lb linguine |
4 tablespoons olive oil |
1 teaspoon nutmeg |
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes |
1 teaspoon fennel, crushed |
2 teaspoons garlic |
1 pint half-and-half |
1 cup parmesan cheese |
2 eggs |
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped |
Directions:
1. Place linguini in boiling, salted water & boil until al dente.
2. In a bowl, combine eggs, half & half, & parmesan cheese. Set aside.
3. Heat 2 T olive oil in frying pan over medium-high heat & add onion. Saute until golden & translucent. Remove to a large bowl & cover to keep warm.
4. Heat 2 T olive oil in the same frying pan, add ham & toss until browned. Add spices & toss for 1 or 2 minutes, more.
5. Add onions back to the pan.
6. Over low heat, slowly add the egg, half & half, cheese mixture, stirring. Cook & gently stir until heated through, taking care not to scramble the eggs.
7. Pour all into large bowl onions were in, sprinkle with chopped parsley, & serve with a crunchy salad & crispy bread.
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