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      Spaghetti and Asparagus Carbonara

      Low Sodium Low Potassium Low Phosphorus Low Protein Vegetarian Italian Pasta Dinner Side

      Spaghetti and Asparagus Carbonara

      Low Sodium Low Potassium Low Phosphorus Low Protein Vegetarian Italian Pasta Dinner Side
      6 (1 serving = 1 cup)
      Prep time: 15 minutes
      Total time: 20 minutes

      Description

      Quick and easy to make, this savory pasta dish makes a delicious and satisfying meal. Add chicken or salmon for extra protein.

      Directions

      1. In a large nonstick sauté pan, over medium-high heat, heat the oil and sauté the onions until lightly browned.
      2. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk the egg and the cream until thoroughly mixed.
      3. Lower the heat to medium and pour the cream mixture into the onions, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon until it starts to thicken, about 4­–6 minutes.
      4. Add the stock, pasta, asparagus and black pepper and continue to stir for an additional 3–4 minutes or until warmed through.
      5. Turn off the heat and pour the carbonara into a serving dish. Top with scallions, bacon bits and cheese and serve.

      Nutrition Per Serving

      • Calories304 cal
      • Total Fat19 g
      • Saturated Fat10 g
      • Trans Fat1 g
      • Cholesterol78 mg
      • Sodium141 mg
      • Carbohydrates27 g
      • Protein9 g
      • Phosphorus143 mg
      • Potassium287 mg
      • Dietary Fiber5.4 g
      • Calcium95 mg
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      Ingredients

      • 2 teaspoons canola oil
      • 1 cup fresh onions, diced
      • 1 large egg, beaten
      • 1 cup heavy cream
      • ¼ cup low-sodium chicken stock
      • 3 cups cooked spiral noodle pasta, cooked al dente (about 1 ½ cups raw)
      • 2 cups fresh asparagus, chopped (about 1 inch long pieces)
      • 1 teaspoon freshly cracked coarse black pepper
      • ½ cup fresh scallions, chopped
      • 3 tablespoons bacon bits (meatless)
      • 3 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese

      Ingredients

      • 2 teaspoons canola oil
      • 1 cup fresh onions, diced
      • 1 large egg, beaten
      • 1 cup heavy cream
      • ¼ cup low-sodium chicken stock
      • 3 cups cooked spiral noodle pasta, cooked al dente (about 1 ½ cups raw)
      • 2 cups fresh asparagus, chopped (about 1 inch long pieces)
      • 1 teaspoon freshly cracked coarse black pepper
      • ½ cup fresh scallions, chopped
      • 3 tablespoons bacon bits (meatless)
      • 3 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese
      • 2 teaspoons canola oil
      • 1 cup fresh onions, diced
      • 1 large egg, beaten
      • 1 cup heavy cream
      • ¼ cup low-sodium chicken stock
      • 3 cups cooked spiral noodle pasta, cooked al dente (about 1 ½ cups raw)
      • 2 cups fresh asparagus, chopped (about 1 inch long pieces)
      • 1 teaspoon freshly cracked coarse black pepper
      • ½ cup fresh scallions, chopped
      • 3 tablespoons bacon bits (meatless)
      • 3 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese

      Description

      Quick and easy to make, this savory pasta dish makes a delicious and satisfying meal. Add chicken or salmon for extra protein.

      Directions

      1. In a large nonstick sauté pan, over medium-high heat, heat the oil and sauté the onions until lightly browned.
      2. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk the egg and the cream until thoroughly mixed.
      3. Lower the heat to medium and pour the cream mixture into the onions, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon until it starts to thicken, about 4­–6 minutes.
      4. Add the stock, pasta, asparagus and black pepper and continue to stir for an additional 3–4 minutes or until warmed through.
      5. Turn off the heat and pour the carbonara into a serving dish. Top with scallions, bacon bits and cheese and serve.
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