Pastas • Mediterranean Vegetarian Entrée

Evelyn's Favorite Pasta

Cheesecake Factory Evelyn's Favorite Pasta costs $26.95 (lunch $19.95) and delivers 1,350 calories, 76g fat, 138g carbs, 14g fiber, and 32 grams of protein. Penne pasta tosses with broccoli, roasted eggplant, peppers, artichokes, Kalamata olives, garlic, and pine nuts.

How Much Is Evelyn's Favorite Pasta?

2026 Menu Price
$26.95 Dinner Bowl • 1,350 Cal
Penne pasta tossed with broccoli, oven-dried tomatoes, roasted eggplant, peppers, artichoke hearts, Kalamata olives, garlic, olive oil, and toasted pine nuts ($26.95).
Menu Placement: Featured on the daily Pastas and weekday Lunch Favorites menus across nationwide restaurant locations.

Evelyn's Favorite Pasta Portion Sizes

Cheesecake Factory Evelyn's Favorite Pasta costs $26.95 for the full dinner platter and $19.95 for the weekday lunch portion. Diners can request grilled chicken or sautéed shrimp additions, or substitute gluten-free penne pasta.

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What Is in Evelyn's Favorite Pasta?

Cheesecake Factory Evelyn's Favorite Pasta features semolina penne rigate pasta, steamed broccoli florets, oven-dried plum tomatoes, roasted eggplant, bell peppers, artichoke hearts, Kalamata olives, roasted whole garlic cloves, extra virgin olive oil, and toasted pine nuts.

  • Semolina Penne Rigate Ridged semolina pasta cooked al dente to capture olive oil and roasted vegetable juices
  • Fresh Steamed Broccoli Florets Crisp-tender green broccoli heads contributing earthy flavor and dietary fiber
  • Oven-Dried Plum Tomatoes Slow-roasted concentrated tomatoes delivering intense sweet-tart acidity
  • Roasted Eggplant & Bell Peppers Caramelized eggplant cubes and tender bell peppers delivering smoky umami
  • Artichoke Hearts & Kalamata Olives Marinated quartered artichokes and briny Greek Kalamata olives for Mediterranean depth
  • Toasted Mediterranean Pine Nuts Delicate golden pine nuts adding rich, buttery crunch and healthy plant fats
  • Garlic, Extra Virgin Olive Oil & Basil Whole roasted garlic cloves simmered with cold-pressed olive oil, herbs, and fresh basil

What Allergens Are in Evelyn's Favorite Pasta?

Cheesecake Factory Evelyn's Favorite Pasta contains tree nuts from toasted pine nuts and wheat and gluten from semolina penne pasta. It contains zero meat or poultry.

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CONTAINS DECLARED ALLERGENS:
Tree Nuts (Pine Nuts) Wheat / Gluten (Semolina Penne) Soy (Cooking Sprays & Oils)
Dietary Customization Notice:

Diners with tree nut allergies can request pine nuts omitted. Guests seeking wheat-free preparation can order gluten-free penne pasta, as explained on the gluten-free menu.

Cheesecake Factory Evelyn's Favorite Pasta Nutrition Facts

One serving (1 full dinner pasta bowl (740g)) provides 1,350 calories, 76g total fat, 138g carbohydrates, and 32g protein — verified nutrition facts and daily value percentages.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size: 1 full dinner pasta bowl (740g)
Amount per serving
Calories
1350
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 76g 97%
Saturated Fat 14g 70%
Trans Fat 0g —
Cholesterol 25mg 8%
Sodium 2180mg 95%
Total Carbohydrate 138g 50%
Dietary Fiber 14g 50%
Total Sugars 18g —
Protein 32g 64%
* The % Daily Value (DV) 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.
Macronutrients & Daily Value Reference
Protein
32g
64% of daily goal
Carbs
138g
50% of daily goal
Fat
76g
97% of daily goal
Sodium
2180mg
95% of daily goal
Caloric Contribution 1350 Total kcal
Protein: 9% (128 cal)
Carbs: 41% (552 cal)
Fat: 50% (684 cal)
Key Micronutrient Specifications
Sat Fat: 14g (70% DV)
Trans Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 25mg (8% DV)
Dietary Fiber: 14g (50% DV)
Sugars: 18g
Net Carbs: 124g (86g Lunch)
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Can You Customize Evelyn's Pasta?

Guests can customize Evelyn's Favorite Pasta by choosing the weekday lunch portion to save 410 calories, swapping semolina penne for gluten-free pasta, or adding grilled chicken breast for 44 extra grams of lean protein.

Preparation Style Price Calories Total Fat Carbs Fiber Protein Sodium
Full Dinner Portion (Standard Recipe) $26.95 1350 cal 76g 138g 14g 32g 2180mg
Lunch Favorites Portion (Until 5 PM) $19.95 940 cal 52g 96g 10g 22g 1520mg
Evelyn's Pasta with Charbroiled Chicken $31.90 1600 cal 82g 139g 14g 76g 2580mg
Evelyn's Pasta with Sautéed Shrimp $33.90 1500 cal 80g 139g 14g 56g 2640mg
2-Person Share Portion $13.48 675 cal 38g 69g 7g 16g 1090mg
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Frequently Asked Questions About Evelyn's Favorite Pasta

Common questions regarding Cheesecake Factory Evelyn's Favorite Pasta pricing, lunch hours, vegetarian ingredients, and gluten-friendly pasta options receive direct factual answers. Check local operating hours and kitchen cutoffs before dining.

01 What is Cheesecake Factory Evelyn's Favorite Pasta?
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Cheesecake Factory Evelyn's Favorite Pasta features penne tossed with broccoli, oven-dried tomatoes, roasted eggplant, peppers, artichokes, Kalamata olives, roasted garlic, olive oil, and toasted pine nuts for $26.95 ($19.95 at lunch).

02 Who is Evelyn in Evelyn's Favorite Pasta?
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Evelyn Overton is the co-founder of The Cheesecake Factory who created the original cheesecake recipe in Detroit in the 1940s. This roasted Mediterranean vegetable pasta honors her personal culinary preferences.

03 How much is Evelyn's Favorite Pasta at Cheesecake Factory?
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Evelyn's Favorite Pasta costs $26.95 for the full evening dinner portion and $19.95 for the weekday lunch portion at participating locations nationwide.

04 How many calories are in Evelyn's Favorite Pasta?
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A full dinner order contains 1,350 calories, 76 grams of fat, 138 grams of carbohydrates, 14 grams of fiber, and 32 grams of protein. The weekday lunch portion contains 940 calories.

05 Is Evelyn's Favorite Pasta vegetarian?
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Yes, the dish is 100 percent vegetarian with no meat stocks or animal rennet. Diners following a vegan diet can request the pasta prepared with pure olive oil and omit any cheese garnish.

06 Is there a lunch portion for Evelyn's Favorite Pasta?
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Yes, The Cheesecake Factory serves a lunch portion of Evelyn's Favorite Pasta for $19.95 Monday through Friday until 5:00 PM, saving $7.00.

07 Can you order Evelyn's Favorite Pasta gluten-free?
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Yes, guests can request gluten-free penne pasta in place of standard semolina penne. Confirm kitchen preparation on the gluten-free menu.

08 Can you add chicken or shrimp to the pasta?
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Yes, diners can add sliced charbroiled chicken breast for $4.95 or sautéed Pacific shrimp for $6.95 to turn this vegetarian pasta into a high-protein entrée.

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