Name: Smoked Carbonara Pasta with Torched Cheesy Top 🔥🍝 (Perfect for Parties!)
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 10
Ingredients: Spaghetti noodles; Butter or margarine; White onion; Garlic bulb; Bacon crumble; Sweet ham; Canned mushrooms; Cream of mushroom soup; Water; Evaporated milk; All-purpose cream; Processed cheese (Eden-style); Quickmelt cheese; Salt and pepper

A Filipino-style carbonara loaded with bacon, ham, mushrooms, and two kinds of cheese, finished with a smoky torch-bubbled topping. Creamy, indulgent, and made for potlucks and celebrations!

Smoked Carbonara Pasta with Torched Cheesy Top 🔥🍝 (Perfect for Parties!)

If there’s one pasta dish that can turn an ordinary gathering into a full-blown fiesta, it’s Smoked Carbonara Pasta—Filipino-style! 🇵🇭✨ This creamy, indulgent dish is not your typical Italian carbonara. Instead, it’s loaded with bacon, sweet ham, mushrooms, and two kinds of cheese, then finished with a torch-bubbled cheesy crust that brings a smoky aroma you can’t resist.

Perfect for potlucks, birthdays, or New Year’s celebrations, this dish feeds a crowd and guarantees that your tray will be wiped clean in no time. It’s rich, comforting, and oh-so festive—truly made for sharing.

Why This Filipino-Style Carbonara is a Winner 🏆

Unlike the traditional egg-based Italian version, Filipino carbonara is all about creamy sauces and cheesy layers. Think of it as the love child of carbonara and baked macaroni—but with a smoky, dramatic finish from the kitchen torch.

Here’s what makes this recipe extra special:

Creamy Base 🥛 – A mix of cream of mushroom, evaporated milk, and all-purpose cream.
Double the Meats 🥓🍖 – Bacon crumble + sweet ham for salty-sweet balance.
Cheese Duo 🧀 – Eden-style processed cheese for creaminess and Quickmelt for that melty, golden top.
Smoky Torch Finish 🔥 – The secret to its “wow” factor at parties.

Serving Ideas 🍽️

This dish is designed for big servings (about 10 plates per batch), making it ideal for large gatherings. You can even prep it ahead and just torch the cheese topping right before serving. Pair it with garlic bread or a fresh side salad to balance the richness.

For extra flair, sprinkle more bacon crumble on top after torching—your guests will love the added crunch.

Pro Tips for the Best Smoked Carbonara 💡

🔥 Torch in layers – Add a thin layer of cheese, torch, then add another for maximum smokiness.
🍝 Go saucy – If you like your carbonara creamier, use just half the pasta with the same amount of sauce.
🥓 Bacon lovers rejoice – Keep some bacon crumble aside and sprinkle generously before serving.

Why It’s the Perfect Party Pasta 🎉

Filipino celebrations always call for a big pasta tray, and this smoked carbonara delivers both comfort and spectacle. The creamy sauce keeps it indulgent, while the torching moment gives that “chef’s table” drama. Imagine bringing this to a party—everyone’s watching as the cheese bubbles and browns, and then diving into that smoky, cheesy goodness. Instant crowd-pleaser!

So the next time you’re tasked with bringing a dish to a potluck, skip the store-bought trays and wow everyone with this Smoked Carbonara Pasta with Torched Cheesy Top. Guaranteed applause. 👏