Asparagus with Fettuccine and Smoked Bacon

A luxury pasta carbonara featuring fresh asparagus spears, smoked bacon, and parmesan, perfect for a quick summer meal.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 602.1 kcals 3612.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 63.6 grams 381.6 grams
Fat 32.4 grams 194.2 grams
Protein 29.8 grams 178.5 grams
Cook Time
15 mins
Produces
6 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

Dairy
3
piece
Eggs
large, free-range
110
g
Parmesan
freshly grated, plus extra to serve
GrainsCereals
500
g
Meat
300
g
Smoked Bacon
cut into batons; pancetta is a suitable alternative
NutsSeeds
1
tsp
Black Pepper
freshly ground
1
handful
Parsley
chopped
OilsFats
Vegetables
12
spears
Asparagus
blanched

Steps

  • Boil a large pan of water and cook the fettuccine according to packet instructions.
  • Heat a large frying pan over high heat with vegetable oil and fry bacon until golden-brown.
  • Season bacon with pepper, add 3cm asparagus pieces, and cook for 2 minutes to warm through.
  • Break eggs into a bowl and lightly beat the yolks with a fork.
  • Drain the pasta while reserving a small amount of the cooking water.
  • Combine the pasta, bacon mixture, eggs, parmesan, and reserved water over low heat until the egg cooks.
  • Stir in chopped parsley and serve with additional grated parmesan.