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Easy Creamy mushrooms pasta

An easy, comforting dish that feels like a belly hug at the end of a busy day.

Takes

Serves 4

Ingredients
 

  • 1 red onion
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • 120 g mushrooms ideally a mix of oyster, shiitake, chestnut, and button mushrooms
  • 2-3 tbsp tamari or soy sauce
  • 100 ml vegetable stock or water
  • 200 g wholemeal penne pasta

Creamy Sauce

  • 60 g toasted cashew nuts
  • 300 ml oat milk or another non-dairy milk of choice
  • Juice of half a lemon
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp garlic powder

To Serve

  • Oregano or another herb of choice
  • 1 chilli chopped (remove seeds for less heat)

Instructions
 

  • Toast the Cashew Nuts
    Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat. Add the cashew nuts and toast, stirring continuously, until golden brown (5-8 minutes). Be careful not to burn them.Peel and finely chop the onion and garlic. Chop the mushrooms into small pieces.Fill and boil the kettle. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions.
  • Prepare the Vegetables and Pasta
    Peel and finely chop the onion and garlic. Chop the mushrooms into small pieces.
    Fill and boil the kettle. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions.
  • Cook the Vegetables
    Heat a non-stick frying pan on high heat until hot. Add the onion and garlic and fry for about 3 minutes, stirring regularly. If they begin to stick, add 1-2 tbsp vegetable stock or water to deglaze the pan and incorporate the browned flavours.
    Add the mushrooms and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally. If needed, add a little more stock or water to prevent sticking.
    Stir in the tamari or soy sauce and cook for another 1-2 minutes. Turn off the heat and set aside.
  • Make the Creamy Sauce
    In a blender, combine the toasted cashew nuts, oat milk, lemon juice, salt, and garlic powder. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  • Combine the Sauce and Vegetables
    Return the frying pan to high heat. Pour the creamy sauce over the mushrooms and heat for 2-3 minutes, allowing it to thicken and reduce slightly.
  • Combine with the Pasta
    Once the pasta is cooked, use a slotted spoon to transfer it directly into the sauce. Stir well to coat the pasta evenly. If the sauce becomes too thick, add a little reserved pasta water to reach the desired consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  • Serve
    Garnish with chopped chilli and oregano leaves. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 289kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 14gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 1497mgPotassium: 674mgFiber: 6gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 552IUVitamin C: 44mgCalcium: 192mgIron: 3mg

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