Kielbasa Pasta Carbonara
Indulge in the creamy, savory goodness of Kielbasa Pasta Carbonara, a delicious twist on the classic Italian favorite. This recipe combines tender spaghetti with smoky, caramelized slices of kielbasa sausage for a rich and hearty meal. A velvety sauce made from whisked eggs, freshly grated Parmesan cheese, and minced garlic coats every strand of pasta, creating a dish that's both satisfying and full of flavor. With just 15 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of cook time, this quick and easy dinner is perfect for busy weeknights yet elegant enough for entertaining. Garnish with fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness, and savor comfort food at its finest. Keywords: kielbasa pasta carbonara, creamy pasta recipe, easy carbonara, weeknight dinner recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz Spaghetti
- 12 oz Kielbasa sausage
- 3 Large eggs
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves Minced garlic
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
Slice the kielbasa into thin rounds. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced kielbasa and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and heated through. Remove the kielbasa from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium-low and add the minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
While the garlic cooks, whisk together the eggs, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper in a medium bowl until well combined.
Return the cooked kielbasa to the skillet with the garlic. Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss to combine.
Remove the skillet from the heat. Quickly pour the egg and cheese mixture over the pasta and toss vigorously to coat. The residual heat from the pasta will cook the eggs and create a creamy sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2132 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 142.2 g | 182% | |
| Saturated Fat | 53.6 g | 268% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 798 mg | 266% | |
| Sodium | 5276 mg | 229% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 114.5 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.2 g | ||
| Protein | 97.8 g | 196% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 1087 mg | 84% | |
| Iron | 13.1 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 1079 mg | 23% | |
*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.
