Fettuccine Alla Carbonara

Step 1

In a large saucepan cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Return pasta to pan; keep warm.

Step 2

Meanwhile, for sauce, in a large skillet cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Drain well on paper towels; coarsely crumble. Chop prosciutto into 1/2-inch pieces; set aside.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan cook onion in hot butter over medium heat for 4 minutes or until tender. Add prosciutto. Cook and stir over medium heat for 3 minutes. Remove pan from heat. Carefully add wine. Return to heat and bring to boiling. Boil gently, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Stir in the bacon, cream, and milk; bring to boiling. Boil gently, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Stir in 1/4 cup of the Parmesan cheese and the parsley. Immediately pour sauce over pasta; stir gently to coat. Sprinkle each serving with remaining cheese. Season to taste with pepper. Serve immediately.