One Pot Cheesy "Beef" Pasta

Step 1

add the cashews, carrot, bell pepper, garlic, nutritional yeast, salt, black pepper, and water to a blender. Blend on high for at least 60 seconds, or until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Set aside.

Step 2

bring a large pot to medium-high heat and add the Plantspired Savory Tuscan Style Superfood Skillet ; sauté for 3 to 5 minutes, until the crumbles begin to brown slightly. Add the pasta to the pot, followed by the blended sauce mixture. Stir well.

Step 3

Simmer: Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Simmer the pasta for 12-14 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent anything from sticking to the bottom of the pot. Start to test the pasta for doneness after around 8 minutes, as different varieties of pasta will cook faster or slower. Turn the heat off once the pasta is fully cooked, and the sauce has thickened to your liking. Let the pasta sit for 3-5 minutes, to allow the sauce to thicken more.

Step 4

transfer the pasta to serving bowls and top with fresh parsley (optional) and/or freshly ground pepper. Serve warm; leftovers will keep in the fridge for up to 5 days.