Vegan Cheesy Garlic Pasta Sauce

Ingredients

For the Sauce:

  • Half of a medium-sized onion, diced
  • 8 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 4-5 tablespoons of vegan butter (e.g., Country Crock plant butter)
  • 1-2 tablespoons of flour
  • 1/2-3/4 cup unsweetened almond milk (adjust for desired consistency)
  • Seasonings to taste:
    • Onion powder
    • Garlic powder
    • Black pepper
    • White pepper
    • Pink Himalayan salt
    • Dried parsley
    • Dried basil
    • Dried oregano
    • Slap Ya Mama Cajun seasoning
  • 7-8 oz shredded vegan cheese (e.g., Target shredded vegan mozzarella)

For the Veggies:

  • 2 zucchinis, sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced (or any other vegetables of your choice)

For the Pasta:

  • 1 lb vegan pasta (e.g., Barilla thin spaghetti)

To Top:

  • Crushed red pepper flakes
  • Gourmet Garden chopped basil (available at Walmart)

Directions

  1. Sauté the Onion:
    • In a large skillet, melt about 2 tablespoons of vegan butter over medium heat.
    • Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Add Garlic:
    • Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for another 2 minutes.
  3. Create the Roux:
    • Add the remaining vegan butter to the skillet and let it melt.
    • Stir in the flour and cook for about 1-2 minutes to form a roux-like base.
  4. Season the Sauce:
    • Add the dry seasonings (onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, white pepper, pink Himalayan salt, dried parsley, dried basil, dried oregano, and Slap Ya Mama Cajun seasoning) to taste.
    • Stir well to combine the flavors.
  5. Add Cheese:
    • Gradually add the shredded vegan cheese, stirring until it melts and combines with the roux.
  6. Adjust Consistency:
    • Slowly add the unsweetened almond milk, stirring continuously until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
  7. Sauté the Vegetables:
    • In a separate skillet, sauté the sliced zucchinis and diced red bell pepper (or your choice of vegetables) until tender.
  8. Prepare the Pasta:
    • Cook the vegan pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  9. Combine and Serve:
    • Add the sautéed vegetables and cooked pasta to the sauce. Stir well to combine.
    • Top with crushed red pepper flakes and chopped basil for a fresh finish.

Enjoy your delicious, creamy vegan pasta dish!

Total Nutritional Content

  • Calories: 2913.2 kcal
  • Carbs: 406.57 g
  • Protein: 77.81 g
  • Fat: 115.21 g

These values are approximate and will vary based on the specific brands and measurements of the ingredients used. For a more accurate analysis, using a detailed nutrition calculator with exact ingredient information would be necessary.