PASTA CARBONARA

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion sliced
  • 1 clove garlic crushed
  • 4 rashers rindless bacon sliced
  • 250g fresh mushrooms sliced
  • 1/2 cup white wine
  • 300ml carton cream
  • 1 egg beaten
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 250g pasta of choice, cooked grated parmesan cheese

Heat oil in a large frying pan. Saute onion and garlic until onion is tender. Add bacon cook until beginning to brown. Stir in mushrooms, cook for 1-2 minutes. Blend in wine and cream. Bring to the boil, reduce heat and simmer until beginning to thicken. Blend in egg and salt and pepper. Simmer, stirring constantly for 30 seconds. Toss pasta through sauce. Serve topped with a little parmesan cheese. Salad and crusty bread are ideal accompaniments.