Creamy Alfredo-Style High Protein Pasta

Ingredients

Creamy Sauce:

• 8.8 oz (250 g) firm tofu
• ½ cup (65 g) raw cashews, soaked in boiling water for 10 minutes and drained
• 3 cups (720 mL) unsweetened soy milk†
• ⅓ cup (12 g) nutritional yeast flakes
• 2 vegetable bouillon cubes
• ½ Tbsp (4 g) cornstarch
• ½ Tbsp (2 g) dried oregano

Pasta:

• 11 oz (320 g) dry fettuccine noodles

Beans:

• ½ Tbsp (7 mL) vegetable oil
• 1 large shallot, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, crushed
• 2 cups (340 g) cooked butter beans

Toppings:

• ¼ cup (27 g) seasoned toasted breadcrumbs
• 2 Tbsp (12 g) vegan parmesan (optional)
• ¼ cup (6 g) fresh basil (optional)
• 1 pinch ground black pepper (optional)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Sauce:

   • Add tofu, soaked cashews, soy milk, nutritional yeast, vegetable bouillon cubes, cornstarch, and dried oregano to a high-speed blender.
   • Blend until smooth. Set aside.

2. Cook the Pasta:

   • Cook fettuccine noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

3. Cook the Beans:

   • Heat vegetable oil in a sauté pan over medium-high heat.
   • Add the finely chopped shallot and cook until golden.
   • Add crushed garlic and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
   • Stir in the cooked butter beans and cook for 3-5 minutes, until beans are lightly golden.

4. Combine Sauce and Pasta:

   • Lower heat to medium. Pour in the prepared sauce and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring continuously. The sauce will thicken; if it becomes too thick, add a splash of water or plant milk to thin it out.
   • Add the cooked pasta and toss to coat evenly.

5. Serve:

   • Garnish with seasoned breadcrumbs, vegan parmesan, fresh basil, and a pinch of ground black pepper (if using).
   • Enjoy immediately!

Notes

• Soy Milk: Use plant-based milk fortified with calcium for added nutrition.
• Thick Sauce: If the sauce becomes too thick during cooking, adjust consistency by adding a splash of water or soy milk.
• Seasoned Breadcrumbs: They add a wonderful crunch and flavor, so don’t skip them if possible.

Storage

• Refrigeration: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Reheating: Reheat with a bit of unsweetened milk or broth in a pan to restore the creamy texture.

Enjoy your creamy fettuccine with butter beans!