Call them zoodles. Call them zucchini noodles. Whatever moniker you choose, this dish proves they’re more than just an “alternative” to regular pasta – they’re a culinary treat in and of themselves! With all the creamy textures and crispy-bacon crunch of the Italian classic, this quick and satisfying recipe is sure to help you with that carbonara craving.

Keto Carbonara

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Total Time 30 minutes mins

Ingredients

  

• 2/3 lb bacon or panchetta ; diced
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1 1/4 cups heavy whipping cream
• 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
• salt and pepper
• fresh parsley ; chopped
• 2 packages zucchini noodles (zoodles)
• 4 egg yolks ; optional
• 3 oz. grated parmesan cheese

Instructions

 

• Pour the heavy cream into a sauce pan and bring it to a boil. Lower the heat and let boil for a few minutes until reduced by a fourth.
• Fry panchetta/bacon in butter until crispy. Reserve the fat.
• Mix in the mayonnaise into the heavy cream, then add salt and pepper to taste. Cook until mixture is warmed through.
• Add zoodles to the warm cream sauce. Divide between four plates and top with bacon, parsley, and a generous amount of freshly grated parmesan.
• Drizzle bacon grease on top and serve immediately.
• FoodPals Tip: Jazz up your cream sauce a little by adding some fresh herbs. Add in egg yolks if you're fancy!

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