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Vegan Penne Alla Vodka

I would pay big money for this at a nice Italian restaurant!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Soaking time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Course Main Course, Pasta
Servings 6
Calories 349 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz penne pasta
  • 1/4 cup cashews raw, unsalted
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 tbsp vegan butter
  • 1/2 white onion
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 28 oz whole tomatoes
  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup good-quality vodka
  • 1/2 cup vegan parmesan + more for topping
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley

Instructions
 

  • Combine the cashews & water and let soak for at least 4 hours before blending. If you miss this step, combine them in a small saucepan, bring to a boil, remove from heat and let soak while you're prepping everything else.
  • Cook your pasta according to the al dente instructions on the box.
  • Mince the onion, garlic, and parsley. Grate the vegan parmesan cheese.
  • Blend the cashew/water mix in a high powered blender, if possible.
  • Clean out the blender, add the tomato can(s), and purée.
  • In a large saucepan, heat the vegan butter. Add the onions, garlic, red pepper flakes, and salt. Cook for about 3 minutes or until the onions are translucent.
  • Add the cashew cream, vodka, and tomatoes. Bring to a low simmer and cook for 8 minutes, stirring occasionally. (Be patient! This is when the alcohol will evaporate).
  • Add the cooked pasta, vegan parmesan, and parsley. Combine & enjoy! Top with more vegan parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Calories: 349kcalCarbohydrates: 54gProtein: 10gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.02gSodium: 567mgPotassium: 519mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1590IUVitamin C: 23mgCalcium: 38mgIron: 2mg
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