Description
A delicious and hearty plant-based pasta dish featuring a creamy sauce made from cashews and sun-dried tomatoes, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
- Pasta of choice
- 1 cup cashews
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh basil (for garnish)
- Vegan parmesan (for garnish)
- Red pepper flakes (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a blender or food processor, combine soaked cashews, sun-dried tomatoes, nutritional yeast, garlic, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- In a large skillet, heat the blended sauce over medium heat. Add the cooked pasta and toss to coat evenly.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil, vegan parmesan, and red pepper flakes on top.
Notes
Soak cashews for at least 2 hours for a smoother sauce. You can use hot water for a quick soak (30 minutes). Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Vegan