Why do I need to soak the cashews for this Alfredo sauce?

Soaking the cashews for at least 10 minutes helps them soften, ensuring a super creamy and smooth texture when blended, essential for a rich Alfredo.

What if my Alfredo sauce looks too thin after blending?

Don't worry if the sauce seems thin right after blending. It is designed to thicken up significantly as it heats on the stovetop for 10 minutes.

How long can I store leftover vegan Alfredo sauce?

Store any leftover Alfredo sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop, adding a splash of water if needed to thin.

What type of miso is best for this recipe?

The recipe specifically calls for mild/yellow miso, which provides a subtle umami depth without overpowering the delicate flavors of the Alfredo sauce.

How do I prevent the sauce from sticking to the pan while heating?

To ensure your sauce doesn't stick to the bottom of the saucepan, make sure to cook it on the lowest possible heat setting and stir it often throughout the 10-minute cooking time.

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Alfredo Sauce
[Vegan, Oil-Free]

Name: Alfredo Sauce [Vegan, Oil-Free]
Cook time: 10 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup cashews, soaked in water for at least 10 minutes; 1 1/2 cups water; 2 garlic cloves, peeled and left whole; 1 teaspoon mild/yellow miso; 1 teaspoon lemon juice; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1/4 teaspoon onion powder; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (about 10 turns)

MP By: Molly Patrick

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Alfredo Sauce [Vegan]

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Creamy, luxurious alfredo sauce made with no oil or butter? It sounds too good to be true, but here is the proof that it's possible. This alfredo sauce is incredible as a comforting dinner or any other time you want a wonderful meal!

Ingredients You Need for Alfredo Sauce [Vegan, Oil-Free]

1 cup cashews, soaked in water for at least 10 minutes
1 1/2 cups water
2 garlic cloves, peeled and left whole
1 teaspoon mild/yellow miso
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon black pepper (about 10 turns)

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How to Prepare Alfredo Sauce [Vegan, Oil-Free]

Drain and discard the water from the soaked cashews and place the cashews in a blender, along with the rest of the ingredients. Blend until creamy and smooth. The sauce will seem thin but no worries, it will thicken up as it heats up.
Transfer the sauce to a medium-sized saucepan, turn the heat to the lowest possible setting and cook for 10 minutes, stir often so the sauce doesn’t stick to the bottom of the pan.

Notes

This sauce is super yummy served over cooked whole wheat or whole grain pasta and topped with steamed broccoli and roasted cherry tomatoes (as photographed).