Have you ever had a day that you thought would be calming and relaxing only to realize that it will actually be very hectic and rushed? Sadly, that is what today has been for me. Last night I mentally made a note of what I had to do today, that list had 1 item on it. This morning, after sleeping in until 9:30am I decided it would be best if I wrote a list out. Well, half way through my list, it hit me - I have A LOT to do today. A whole lot!
So, I grabbed a quick bowl of cereal and started on my to-do list. Around noon I started to get a little hungry but was determined to get just 1 more thing done. Well, around 1:30pm my stomach started to growl. It was also that time that Martha Stewart was making Spaghetti Carbonara. How perfect for a fast and tastey; not to mention well balanced - protein, carbs (no, they aren't all bad and when you need energy they are a must) and um, bacon! Perfect. It's been so simple and fast to make. The longest part is actually been boiling the water for the pasta. And, I already had all the ingredients on-hand. Huge thumbs up from me!
So, I grabbed a quick bowl of cereal and started on my to-do list. Around noon I started to get a little hungry but was determined to get just 1 more thing done. Well, around 1:30pm my stomach started to growl. It was also that time that Martha Stewart was making Spaghetti Carbonara. How perfect for a fast and tastey; not to mention well balanced - protein, carbs (no, they aren't all bad and when you need energy they are a must) and um, bacon! Perfect. It's been so simple and fast to make. The longest part is actually been boiling the water for the pasta. And, I already had all the ingredients on-hand. Huge thumbs up from me!
On a completely separate note, I'm going to see "Fireproof" tonight! I have heard nothing but good things about this movie and can't wait to see it!
Here's Martha's recipe
Here's Martha's recipe
Ingredients :
Serves 4
· 8 ounces bacon (8 slices), cut 1-inch thick crosswise
· Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
· 1 pound spaghetti
· 3 large eggs
· 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
· 1/2 cup half-and-half
Directions :
1. Set a large pot of water to boil (for the pasta). In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat, turning occasionally, until crisp, 8 to 12 minutes; transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate.
2. Salt the boiling water generously; add the pasta and cook until al dente according to the package instructions.
3. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, Parmesan, and half-and-half. Set aside. Drain the pasta, leaving some water clinging to it. Working quickly, add the hot pasta to the egg mixture. Add the bacon; season with salt and pepper, and toss all to combine (the heat from the pasta will cook the eggs). Serve immediately, sprinkled with additional Parmesan cheese.
