Ground Beef and Mushroom Carbonara

Rich, creamy, and packed with robust flavors, this Ground Beef and Mushroom Carbonara is a comforting twist on the classic Italian pasta dish. Perfectly al dente spaghetti is tossed in a silky Parmesan-infused egg sauce, enriched with succulent ground beef, sautéed mushrooms, and fragrant garlic for a hearty, umami-packed experience. The addition of butter and reserved pasta water ensures a luxuriously smooth texture, while a touch of freshly ground black pepper enhances every bite. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy-to-make carbonara is ideal for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining. Garnish with chopped parsley for a fresh, vibrant finish, and serve it hot for maximum creaminess. This fusion of traditional carbonara elements with the satisfying richness of ground beef makes it a family-friendly favorite that’s both comforting and indulgent.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz spaghetti
• 1 lb ground beef
• 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
• 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 large eggs
• 2 large egg yolks
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
• 2 tbsp parsley, chopped (optional)
• 1 cup reserved pasta water

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining, and set aside.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg yolks, and grated parmesan cheese. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it into small crumbles with a wooden spoon. Transfer the cooked ground beef to a plate and drain any excess grease.

Step 4

In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté until softened and lightly browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic to the skillet with the mushrooms and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 6

Return the cooked ground beef to the skillet and toss with the mushroom mixture. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low. Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the beef and mushroom mixture, tossing well to combine.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from heat. Pour the egg-parmesan mixture over the hot pasta, stirring quickly to create a creamy sauce. Add a splash of reserved pasta water, a little at a time, to loosen the sauce if needed.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if necessary.

Step 10

Serve immediately, garnished with freshly chopped parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1555.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2655.9

Total Fat 177.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 72.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 1207.9mg	0%
Sodium 4352.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 121.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.5g	0%
Total Sugars 8.6g
Protein 154.9g	0%

Vitamin D 145.8IU	0%
Calcium 1118.0mg	0%
Iron 18.2mg	0%
Potassium 2284.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.2%

Protein: 22.9%

Carbs: 17.9%