Fettuccine Carbonara (Filipino Style)

Ingredients: (Serves 4)

1/2 lb. Fettuccine, uncooked
1/2 cup Philadelphia Cream Cheese
1/4 cup KRAFT Caesar Dressing
150g Bacon, thinly sliced
150g Ham, cut into short strips
1/2 cup Mushroom, sliced
1 large onion, finely chopped
Olive Oil for cooking
Cheddar Cheese (optional)
Fresh Parsley, chopped (optional)
Freshly Grounded Black Pepper (optional)

Directions:

1. Cook pasta in a large saucepan of salted boiling water, following packet directions, until just tender.

2. Meanwhile, over medium heat, add olive oil in the frying pan. And then cook the onion, bacon, ham and mushroom until golden brown.

3. Beat cream cheese and dressing in a sauce pan, stirring constantly until it is well blended. Add the onion, bacon, ham and mushroom. Mix thoroughly.

4. Drain the pasta, and then toss it to sauce mixture, mix lightly. Cook 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

5. Serve immediately. Top with cheddar cheese, fresh parsley and freshly grounded black pepper (if desired).