Spaghetti Pesto Carbonara

What you need:

    • 8 oz. spaghetti
    • 4 strips thick cut bacon, chopped
    • 1/2 cup frozen peas
    • 2 large eggs
    • 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
    • 2 Tbsp. pesto
    • Pepper to taste

Directions:

    1. Cook spaghetti according to package directions in salted boiling water.
    2. Meanwhile, cook bacon in a large skillet until browned. Add peas and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes. Drain off excess bacon grease.
    3. Meanwhile, in a large bowl whisk together eggs, 3/4 cup Parmesan, and pesto.
    4. Drain the pasta, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water.
    5. Add hot pasta to bowl with eggs and immediately starting stirring to coat.
    6. Pour hot pasta into skillet with bacon and peas. Stir to coat.
    7. Add pasta water to reach desired consistency.
    8. Serve immediately with remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan and pepper to taste.

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