Eggless Spaghetti Carbonara California Pizza Kitchen
Indulge in the creamy decadence of Eggless Spaghetti Carbonara, inspired by California Pizza Kitchen’s signature style! This vegetarian-friendly twist on the Italian classic features al dente spaghetti enveloped in a luscious, egg-free Parmesan cream sauce. Savory notes of sautéed garlic and golden vegetarian bacon or mushrooms provide a hearty depth of flavor, while fresh parsley adds a vibrant finish. Perfect for weeknight dinners, this recipe comes together in just 30 minutes and uses reserved pasta water to achieve the perfect silky texture. Elevate your pasta night with this crowd-pleasing comfort dish that’s as easy as it is satisfying!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup vegetarian bacon or mushrooms, diced
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tbsp parsley, chopped
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- 0.5 cup reserved pasta water
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti until al dente according to the package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti and set it aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and butter. Once the butter has melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the diced vegetarian bacon or mushrooms. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are golden and slightly crispy.
Lower the heat to medium-low and pour in the heavy cream. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer, allowing the flavors to meld together, about 3-4 minutes.
Gradually add the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring constantly until the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth.
Season the sauce with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste if needed.
Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and use tongs to toss it gently, ensuring the pasta is evenly coated with the creamy sauce.
If the sauce is too thick, gradually add the reserved pasta water, a few tablespoons at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
Remove the skillet from heat and garnish the pasta with chopped parsley and additional grated Parmesan, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your eggless California Pizza Kitchen-style spaghetti carbonara!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3013 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 227.6 g | 292% | |
| Saturated Fat | 111.8 g | 559% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 502 mg | 167% | |
| Sodium | 4567 mg | 199% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 120.3 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.2 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.1 g | ||
| Protein | 91.1 g | 182% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1060 mg | 82% | |
| Iron | 11.4 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 763 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
