Pasta Carbonara

Directions

1. 1
   Mix cream cheese product, milk and seasonings until blended.
2. 2
   Cook spaghetti as directed on package, omitting salt.
3. 3
   Meanwhile, cook and stir bacon in large skillet on medium heat until crisp.
4. 4
   Remove bacon from skillet with slotted spoon; drain on paper towels.
5. 5
   Discard all but 1 Tbsp.
6. 6
   drippings from skillet.
7. 7
   Add garlic to drippings; cook and stir 1 min.
8. 8
   Add bacon and cream cheese mixture; cook 2 to 3 min.
9. 9
   or until heated through, stirring frequently.
10. 10
    Drain spaghetti, reserving 1/2 cup of the cooking water.
11. 11
    Add enough of the reserved water to skillet to reach desired sauce consistency.
12. 12
    Add spaghetti and half the Romano; toss to evenly coat.
13. 13
    Transfer to serving bowl; sprinkle with remaining Romano and parsley.