Recipe of Pesto Carbonara - Food Recipes

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PESTO CARBONARA

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Serving Size : 1
Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Pasta

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1/2 lb Bacon - cut in 1/4-inch slices 1/4 c Fresh basil leaves 5 Garlic cloves 1/2 c Half and half 2 Eggs -- beaten 1 c Grated Parmesan cheese --(freshly grated) 1 lb Vermicelli In a skillet, fry bacon until lightly brown; drain and set aside. Put basil and garlic into a food processor or blender; process or blend until finely minced. In a large bowl, mix the half and half with the eggs; add bacon, basil mixture, and cheese. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain; immediately add to egg mixture. Cover and let stand for 2 to 3 minutes. Uncover and toss to coat pasta with sauce. Serve immediately. Makes 4 to 6 servings. QUICK & EASY PASTA RECIPES (March 1995) Reprinted with permission from: The Electric Kitchen & Hawaiian Electric Company, Inc. [Meal-Master compatible format by Karen Mintzias] - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -