Cheesecake Factory-Style Pasta Carbonara

This version replicates the rich, velvety texture of a favorite with pasture-raised eggs and grass-fed butter instead of industrial seed oils.

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Ingredients

  • 8 oz organic linguine pasta
  • 4 oz organic pancetta, diced
  • 2 tbsp grass-fed butter
  • 1/2 cup organic green peas (fresh or frozen)
  • 3 large pasture-raised eggs
  • 1 cup freshly grated organic Pecorino Romano cheese
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp cracked black pepper
  • Salt for pasta water

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Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the linguine until al dente.
  2. While the pasta cooks, dice the pancetta and sauté in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy.
  3. Remove about half of the crispy pancetta pieces and set aside for topping; leave the rest in the pan.
  4. Add the garlic, grass-fed butter, and green peas to the skillet with the remaining pancetta, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant and the peas are bright green.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs, grated Pecorino Romano cheese, and cracked black pepper.
  6. Drain the pasta (reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water) and add the noodles to the skillet, tossing to coat in the butter and pancetta mixture.
  7. Remove from heat entirely. Quickly stir in the egg and cheese mixture, adding small splashes of reserved pasta water as needed until a creamy sauce forms without scrambling the eggs.
  8. Top with the reserved crispy pancetta and serve immediately.

FAQ

Is the pancetta in this recipe necessarily organic?

While not specified as organic in the recipe, using organic pancetta enhances the overall clean-eating aspect by avoiding antibiotics and hormones found in conventional meats.

Can I use a different type of cheese?

Certainly! Other good options include Parmigiano-Reggiano or Grana Padano. Ensure it's organic if you prioritize non-GMO ingredients.

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