Pasta Carbovera

Directions

1. 1
   Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat.
2. 2
   Add asparagus, peas, and leeks to boiling water.
3. 3
   Reduce heat and boil vegetables for 3 minutes or until asparagus is crisp tender; drain.
4. 4
   Plunge vegetables into an ice water bath to stop cooking; drain.
5. 5
   Once again bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook pasta according to package directions.
6. 6
   While pasta cooks, combine broth, wine, butter and garlic in a small sauce pan.
7. 7
   Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and simmer uncovered for 1 minute to reduce slightly.
8. 8
   In a small bowl, mix together egg substitute, salt and pepper.
9. 9
   Add broth mixture to egg substitute a spoonful at a time, stirring between additions to avoid scrambling the egg.
10. 10
    Drain pasta and return to a large pot off the heat.
11. 11
    Add vegetables, bacon, sauce, and parmesan cheese.
12. 12
    Mix well until cheese melts and other ingredients are well combined.