15-min Cashew Alfredo Sauce (Oil-free, Vegan)
This 15-min Cashew Alfredo Sauce is quick, creamy, and guilt-free! Perfect for pasta or as a base for your favorite dishes.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
Ingredients:
- 1 cup Cashew nuts soaked for a few hours or overnight
- 1 cup Dairy-free milk unsweetened
- 2 cloves Garlic fresh
- 2 Tbsp Nutritional yeast for cheesy flavor
- 1/2 tsp Nutmeg pinch
- 2 tsp Salt to taste
- 1/2 tsp White pepper for warmth
Instructions
Instructions:
- Step 1: Soak the cashews in water for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Step 2: Drain and rinse the soaked cashews under cold water.
- Step 3: In a high-speed blender, combine the soaked cashews, dairy-free milk, garlic, nutritional yeast, nutmeg, salt, and white pepper. Blend until smooth.
- Step 4: Adjust the consistency by adding more dairy-free milk if needed, then blend again.
- Step 5: Transfer the sauce to a cooking pot over low to medium heat and stir frequently to warm.
- Step 6: Serve the sauce with your favorite pasta or use it in any dish that calls for a creamy sauce.
Equipment
- High-Speed Blender
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Strainer (optional)
- Cooking pot
Notes
- Soaking cashews is crucial for achieving a silky texture.
- Use fresh garlic for a more robust flavor.
- Taste and adjust seasonings before serving.
- This sauce thickens as it cools, so keep that in mind.