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Creamy Halloumi Carbonara: A Delicious Twist Awaiting You!

A delicious twist on traditional carbonara featuring creamy halloumi cheese.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Pasta
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces spaghetti or fettuccine
  • 8 ounces halloumi cheese diced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Cook the spaghetti or fettuccine according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced halloumi and cook for about 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and crispy.
  3. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, grated Parmesan cheese, and black pepper until well combined.
  5. Remove the skillet from heat and add the drained pasta to the skillet with the halloumi and garlic. Quickly pour the egg and cheese mixture over the pasta, tossing everything together to combine. The residual heat will cook the eggs and create a creamy sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until desired consistency is reached.
  6. Season with salt to taste and toss again. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 22gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For a vegetarian twist, add sautéed mushrooms or spinach for extra flavor and nutrition.
  • If you prefer a lighter version, substitute half of the halloumi with grilled zucchini or eggplant.

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