Soaked cashews blend into a rich, creamy sauce. Nobody misses the cream, and the kids always ask for seconds.
Creamy Tomato Basil Pasta
Silky tomato sauce made creamy with blended cashews, tossed with pasta and fresh basil. A dairy-free favorite on busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Method
- Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Save 1/2 cup of the pasta water and drain.
- Heat the olive oil in a large pan, add the garlic and cook 1 minute. Add the tomatoes and salt and simmer 10 minutes.
- Drain the cashews and blend with the water until completely smooth.
- Stir the cashew cream into the tomato sauce, add the pasta, and toss, adding pasta water as needed.
- Top with fresh basil and serve.
Notes
Nut-free option: blend 1/2 cup cooked white beans instead of cashews.
