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Creamy Tomato Shells Recipe

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Creamy Tomato Shells is a delicious and wholesome pasta recipe featuring whole wheat shell pasta tossed in a smooth, garlicky cashew cream blended with savory garlic-flavored tomato sauce. This comforting dish is dairy-free, made creamy with roasted cashews and almond milk, and enhanced by sautéed garlic and onions for a rich flavor. Garnished with fresh parsley, it’s perfect for a satisfying weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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Pasta

  • 1 lb whole wheat shell pasta

Cashew Cream Sauce

  • 1 cup roasted salted cashews
  • 2/3 cup Silk Unsweetened Original Almond Milk
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1/2 teaspoon olive oil (for sautéing)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Tomato Sauce

  • 25 oz garlic flavored pasta sauce

Garnish

  • Chopped parsley (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta: Cook the whole wheat shell pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Sauté garlic and onion: Heat 1/2 teaspoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and diced onion, sautéing for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
  3. Prepare the cashew cream: In a food processor or high-speed blender, combine the roasted salted cashews, almond milk, and sautéed garlic and onion mixture. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  4. Combine pasta and sauces: Return the drained pasta to the pan over low heat. Add the garlic-flavored pasta sauce and blended cashew cream to the pasta. Stir gently and heat until everything is heated through.
  5. Season the dish: Add salt and pepper to taste, using approximately 1 1/2 teaspoons of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of pepper as a guideline, adjusting to your preference.
  6. Serve: Plate the creamy tomato shells, garnishing with chopped fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness.

Notes

  • Use whole wheat pasta for added fiber and nutrition; you can substitute with gluten-free pasta if desired.
  • Roasted cashews add a rich flavor; if using raw cashews, consider soaking and roasting them before blending for best results.
  • The dish is naturally dairy-free and vegan thanks to use of almond milk and cashew cream.
  • Adjust seasoning according to taste preferences, especially salt and pepper levels.
  • For a thinner sauce, add a little more almond milk while blending.
  • Fresh parsley adds a nice pop of color and mild herbal flavor as garnish.

Keywords: creamy tomato shells, vegan pasta, cashew cream sauce, whole wheat pasta, dairy-free pasta, garlic tomato sauce

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