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Vegan Marry Me Pasta

A delightful and creamy vegan pasta dish made with cashews and sun-dried tomatoes, perfect for weeknight dinners or sharing with friends.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course, Vegan
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the pasta
  • 8 ounces Pasta (spaghetti or fettuccine)
For the sauce
  • 1 cup Cashews Soaked for about 2 hours
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 1/2 cup Sun-dried tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 1/4 cup Nutritional yeast
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1/2 cup Fresh herbs (like basil and parsley) For finishing and garnishing

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Bring a pot of water to a boil and add the pasta. Cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes, then drain and set aside.
  2. Place cashews in a bowl and cover them with water. Soak for about 2 hours.
Making the sauce
  1. Drain soaked cashews and add them to a blender along with garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, olive oil, nutritional yeast, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy, adding water as needed to reach your desired consistency.
Combining and serving
  1. In a skillet, heat a bit of olive oil over medium heat. Add in your cooked pasta along with the creamy sauce. Toss everything together until well coated.
  2. Stir in fresh herbs, then taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Serve right away, garnished with extra herbs or sun-dried tomatoes for a lovely presentation.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2g

Notes

Feel free to substitute the pasta with your favorite gluten-free option, or swap out certain herbs based on personal preference. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for 3-4 days or frozen for later use.

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