Sausage Carbonara

Indulge in the rich, comforting flavors of Sausage Carbonara, a mouthwatering twist on the classic Italian favorite. This quick and easy recipe combines perfectly al dente spaghetti with savory sautéed Italian sausage, creamy eggs, and a touch of heavy cream for a luscious, velvety sauce. The dish is further elevated by the bold aroma of garlic and freshly grated Parmesan cheese, making each bite irresistibly satisfying. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and a dash of black pepper, it’s a 30-minute meal that harmoniously blends robust flavors and creamy textures. Perfect for weeknight dinners, this hearty dish is sure to become a family favorite. Serve with a crisp side salad and extra Parmesan for the ultimate dining experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams spaghetti
• 300 grams Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
• 4 large eggs
• 80 grams Parmesan cheese
• 60 milliliters heavy cream
• 2 large garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 10 grams fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta cooking water, then drain the spaghetti.

Step 2

While the spaghetti is cooking, remove the casing from the Italian sausage and break it into small pieces.

Step 3

In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the sausage and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 4

While the sausage cooks, finely mince the garlic cloves. Add the minced garlic to the skillet with the sausage and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Remove the skillet from heat.

Step 5

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, grated Parmesan cheese, heavy cream, salt, and black pepper until smooth. Set aside.

Step 6

Return the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the sausage. Toss to combine.

Step 7

Quickly pour the egg mixture over the hot pasta and sausage, stirring vigorously to coat the pasta. The residual heat will cook the eggs and create a creamy sauce. If the sauce seems too thick, gradually add small amounts of reserved pasta cooking water until desired consistency is reached.

Step 8

Chop the fresh parsley. Sprinkle it over the pasta and toss gently to combine.

Step 9

Serve the sausage carbonara immediately, garnished with more Parmesan cheese and black pepper if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1100.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2442.7

Total Fat 157.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 58.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 1051.6mg	0%
Sodium 5237.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 137.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.4g	0%
Total Sugars 4.5g
Protein 117.6g	0%

Vitamin D 164IU	0%
Calcium 983.8mg	0%
Iron 15.0mg	0%
Potassium 1321.8mg	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: 58.1%

Protein: 19.3%

Carbs: 22.6%