Whole30 Penne Pasta with Cheese Sauce
Creamy, indulgent, and entirely Whole30 compliant, this Penne Pasta with Cheese Sauce reimagines comfort food in a healthy and delicious way. Featuring gluten-free Whole30-friendly penne pasta and a velvety cashew-based cheese sauce, this recipe is perfect for anyone following a clean eating lifestyle. Nutritional yeast and spices like garlic powder and onion powder bring a cheesy, savory depth of flavor, while unsweetened almond milk ensures a silky texture. Quick to prepare in just 40 minutes, this dish is ideal for busy weeknights or satisfying weekday lunches. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh chives, it's a dairy-free delight that doesn’t skimp on taste. Whether you're embracing Whole30 or simply looking for a wholesome pasta recipe, this creamy creation is guaranteed to wow your taste buds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Whole30 compliant penne pasta
- 1 cup Cashews
- 1 tablespoon Nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh chives (optional)
Instructions
Begin by soaking the cashews in hot water for at least 30 minutes to soften them. This step can be done ahead of time.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil, add a pinch of salt, and cook the Whole30 compliant penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a blender or food processor, combine the soaked and drained cashews, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and almond milk.
Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as necessary. Adjust the seasonings to taste.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Pour the cashew sauce into the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens slightly.
Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat the pasta thoroughly with the cheese sauce.
Serve immediately, garnished with fresh chopped chives if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1409 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 82.0 g | 105% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.5 g | 78% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 12.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1380 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 142.1 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.4 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.5 g | ||
| Protein | 38.9 g | 78% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 547 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 12.9 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 1226 mg | 26% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
