Healthier Spaghetti Carbonara

Submitted by Lisaschm

"Simple creamy pasta without the eggs or cream. A favorite in our house. Bacon can be used instead of ham, in which case you will need to fry the bacon first. You may wish to add peas."

 

• Ready In: 25mins
• Ingredients: 7
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 1 lb spaghetti
• 1 onion, finely diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1⁄2 cup ham, cooked, diced
• 1 (385 ml) can evaporated milk
• 1⁄3 cup parmesan cheese, grated
• 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

directions

1. Cook spaghetti according to package directions.
2. Saute onion and garlic in large pan.
3. Stir in ham; heat through.
4. Add evaporated milk.
5. Bring to a boil; reduce heat; simmer for 5 minutes.
6. Add drained, cooked spaghetti to pan.
7. Add parmesan cheese; top with parsley.
8. Serve immediately.