Crispy Asparagus Carbonara

This is a refreshed lighter spring version of carbonara. Quick, easy and delicious!

Prep time: 10 mins; Cook time: 15 mins | Serves 4

Ingredients

• 300g spaghetti
• 4 rashers streaky bacon, chopped
• 1 bunch asparagus, chopped into bite-size pieces
• 1 Tbsp olive oil
• 2 eggs
• ½ cup grated parmesan

Method

Cook spaghetti following package directions. Reserve ½ cup of the pasta water when draining.

Cook bacon until crispy then remove from pan. Cook asparagus in the bacon fat.

Whisk eggs and parmesan in a bowl.

Tip cooked spaghetti in the pan with ½ cup of hot reserved pasta water. Add egg and parmesan mixture and toss vigorously. Add bacon and asparagus.

Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve with crusty warm bread.