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Melty Cabbage Carbonara (Low Carb & So Creamy!)

Skip the heavy pasta and try this Melty Cabbage Carbonara! We're roasting sweet, tender cabbage wedges until caramelized, then tossing them in a classic, velvety parmesan egg sauce with plenty of crispy bacon. It’s a quick, 30-minute comforting dinner that feels like a total treat!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 340
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 small head of cabbage cut into wedges
  • 4 slices of bacon chopped
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Olive oil for roasting

Method
 

  1. Roast the Cabbage
    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange your cabbage wedges on a baking sheet and drizzle them generously with olive oil. Pop them into the oven for about 25 to 30 minutes until the edges are tender and beautifully caramelized.
  2. Crisp Up the Bacon
    While the cabbage is in the oven, grab a frying pan. Cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until it is beautifully crispy and golden brown. Once done, remove from heat and set the bacon aside.
  3. Whisk the Carbonara Sauce
    In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, freshly grated Parmesan cheese, and minced garlic until the mixture is smooth and completely combined.
  4. Combine the Base
    As soon as the cabbage comes out of the oven hot, toss it together in a large serving bowl with your crispy, saved bacon.
  5. Create the Luscious Sauce
    Immediately pour your egg and cheese mixture over the warm cabbage and bacon. Stir everything together swiftly and continuously. The residual heat will gently cook the eggs into a rich, velvety sauce without scrambling them.
  6. Season and Serve
    Season your creation with a pinch of salt and a generous crack of black pepper to taste. Serve warm and enjoy every single creamy, comforting bite!

Notes

  • Pro-Tip for the Sauce: Make sure you take everything off the direct heat before adding the egg mixture. Trust the residual heat from the freshly roasted cabbage to melt the cheese into a silky sauce—stirring over a hot burner will give you scrambled eggs!
  • Grate Your Own Cheese: For the absolute best results, grab a block of Parmesan and grate it yourself. Pre-shredded bagged cheese has anti-caking powders that keep it from melting into that glossy, velvety texture we want.
  • Leftovers: This dish is best enjoyed fresh. If you do have leftovers, keep them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days, and reheat very gently on the stovetop over low heat with a tiny splash of water.