CONFETTI PASTA

*Preparation Time: 00:15

*Cooking Time: 00:15

*Servings: 2-4

Ingredients:

2 eggs

2 tbsp all purpose cream

1 tbsp MSG

6 slices bacon, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 small carrot, diced

1 small red bell pepper, diced

1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed

2 tbsp chopped spring onions

1 250g pack of spaghetti or fettucine, cooked al dente

2 tbsp butter, cut into pieces

1/2 cup finely grated cheddar or Parmesan cheese

salt & white pepper, to taste

Procedure:

1. Beat eggs with cream and MSG in a bowl; set aside. 

2. Meanwhile, cook bacon in a nonstick pan until crisp. Remove cooked bacon with slotted spoon and set aside. 

3. Brown garlic in bacon fat; stir in carrot, bell pepper, frozen peas, and spring onions. Saute until crisp tender, about 5-7 min. 

4. Transfer newly cooked pasta into a large bowl. While noodles are still hot, toss in egg mixture, sauteed vegetables, bacon and cheese; toss again. Adjust seasoning with salt and white pepper. Arrange in a serving platter & serve hot.

Nutritional Content: Calories: 424 Carbohydrates (g): 10 Protein (g): 18 Fats (g): 46

Good to Remember:

Plan meals with different vegetables; the variety ensures that you get all the types of nutrients from different sources.