Quick and Easy

Classic carbonara with chicken mini meatballs

Classic carbonara with chicken mini meatballsWoman's Day
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15M
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30M

Ingredients

Method

1.Cook pasta in a large saucepan of boiling salted water following packet instructions.
2.Meanwhile, squeeze sausage mince from casings. Roll heaped teaspoons into balls. Arrange on a tray and chill 10 minutes.
3.Heat oil in a frying pan on medium. Cook meatballs 2-3 minutes, turning, until well browned all over. Add bacon to pan and sauté 2-3 minutes, until beginning to crisp. Reduce heat to low and stir in garlic. Cook 30 seconds. Remove from heat and set aside.
4.In a jug, whisk eggs, yolk, parmesan and cream together. Season to taste.
5.Drain pasta and return to pan with meatball mixture. White still hot, pour egg mixture over, tossing to combine. Serve sprinkled with parsley and extra parmesan.

Prepare in advance: Prepare this dish up to the end of step 4. When ready to serve, combine everything over a low heat and serve straight away. Accompany with a green salad.

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