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Mortadella Carbonara

A spin on a classic Italian pasta dish! This Mortadella Carbonara features delicious mortadella, adding so much flavor to a quick and simple meal that everyone will love!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Author: Maggie @ Cupcakes and Sarcasm

Ingredients

  • 4 Oz Citterio Mortadella Fresco, rolled and sliced
  • 8 Oz Spaghetti + 1/2 cup reserved pasta water
  • 3 Large Eggs
  • 2/3 Cup Parmesan Cheese, freshly grated + More for serving
  • 2 Garlic Cloves, minced
  • 1/2 Tsp Salt
  • 1/2 Tsp Black Pepper
  • Pinch Crushed Red Pepper Flakes

Instructions

  • Bring a pot of water to boil to cook your pasta. Salt the water before adding the pasta and then cook according to package instructions.
  • While the pasta is cooking, in a large bowl, combine the eggs, parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes. Whisk really well to combine.
  • In a large, non-stick skillet over medium-high heat, add the mortadella. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the mortadella is slightly browned and crisp, about 5-7 minutes. Add the garlic to the skillet and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Remove from heat.
  • When the pasta is done cooking, reserve at least 1/2 cup of the salty, starchy water before draining the pasta.
  • Slowly add 1/4 cup of the water to the egg-parmesan mixture while whisking to temper the eggs. Add the drained pasta and toss quickly and fiercely until the pasta is coated in the sauce.
  • The sauce should thicken and become creamy. If the pasta looks dry, add a little more pasta water (one or two tbsps at a time) until it loosens to desired consistency.
  • Add the mortadella and garlic to the bowl and toss until combined.
  • Divide the pasta between bowls, topping with a little extra parmesan cheese. Enjoy!!