Creamy Mushroom Pasta
Spoiler alert: you don’t need dairy—or a culinary degree—to whip up this rich, creamy mushroom pasta. It’s comfort food with zero guilt. It tastes like you tried, but you didn’t. Mushrooms bring that meaty oomph without any actual meat. Cashews, the unsung heroes of the vegan pantry, make this sauce so velvety, it’s basically skincare for your mouth. This dish is perfect for when you want to feel fancy but also want carbs now. Pair with stretchy pants, a glass of whatever, and pretend you’re at a candlelit Italian bistro. Alone. Because sharing? Not happening.
Creamy Mushroom Pasta
A creamy, dairy-free, plant-powered pasta loaded with umami-rich mushrooms and a dreamy cashew-based sauce. Indulgent, simple, and 100% vegan-approved.
Ingredients
- 200 g fettuccine or preferred pasta
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 cup cremini mushrooms sliced
- ½ cup shiitake mushrooms sliced
- ½ onion finely chopped
- ½ tsp thyme dried or fresh
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Salt to taste
- ½ cup raw cashews soaked for 1 hour
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 cup unsweetened plant milk like oat or almond
- 1 tbsp nutritional yeast for that subtle cheesy flair
Instructions
- Boil pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain it like your toxic ex and set it aside.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium. Add garlic and onions. Sauté until soft and fragrant.
- Add mushrooms and thyme. Cook until golden brown and irresistible, about 7–9 minutes. Don’t rush the magic.
- Blend soaked cashews, plant milk, lemon juice, nutritional yeast, salt, and pepper until silky smooth. No lumps allowed.
- Pour sauce into the mushroom mix. Stir and simmer for 3–4 minutes until it thickens and looks outrageously creamy.
- Toss pasta into the pan. Coat every noodle like you mean it. Taste, adjust seasoning, and serve immediately.
Notes
🧾 Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 470
- Total Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Carbohydrates: 64g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 14g
💊 Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Iron: 22%
- Vitamin D: 15%
- Vitamin B6: 18%
- Magnesium: 20%
- Vitamin K: 12%
💡 Tips to Enhance Flavor
- Add white wine while sautéing for an adult upgrade.
- Sprinkle toasted breadcrumbs on top for that crunchy “chef’s kiss” finish.
- Use truffle oil if you’re feeling extra.
- Sub spinach or kale for bonus greens and smugness.
- Pair with a rom-com and no interruptions.
