Name: Creamy Oat Milk Alfredo Pasta Sauce Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegan butter; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 2 cups unsweetened oat milk; 1/4 cup nutritional yeast or vegan Parmesan; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon onion powder; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional); 8 ounces pasta of choice, cooked; Chopped parsley

Description

This Creamy Oat Milk Alfredo Pasta Sauce is a delicious and dairy-free twist on the classic Italian sauce. Made with simple ingredients like oat milk, garlic, nutritional yeast, and a blend of spices, this vegan-friendly sauce is rich, creamy, and perfect for coating your favorite pasta. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s an easy and satisfying main course that suits plant-based diets without sacrificing flavor.

Ingredients

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Sauce Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil or vegan butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups unsweetened oat milk
1/4 cup nutritional yeast or vegan Parmesan
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)

Pasta

8 ounces pasta of choice, cooked

Garnish (optional)

Chopped parsley

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Instructions

Heat the oil and sauté garlic: In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant but not browned to release its aroma and flavor.
Make the roux: Stir in the all-purpose flour and cook it for 1 minute, whisking constantly to form a roux which will thicken the sauce.
Add oat milk gradually: Slowly whisk in the unsweetened oat milk, ensuring there are no lumps as the mixture combines into a smooth base.
Thicken the sauce: Continue to cook the sauce over medium heat, whisking frequently, for about 5 to 7 minutes until it thickens to a creamy consistency.
Season the sauce: Stir in the nutritional yeast or vegan Parmesan, salt, black pepper, onion powder, and nutmeg if using. Taste and adjust the seasoning as desired for a well-balanced flavor.
Toss pasta in sauce: Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and toss gently to coat it evenly. Heat through for another 1 to 2 minutes to meld the flavors.
Serve and garnish: Serve the pasta warm, garnished with chopped parsley if desired for a fresh herbal note.

Notes

For extra richness, add a splash of oat-based cream or a spoonful of vegan cream cheese to the sauce.
This sauce works wonderfully as a base for creamy vegetable bakes or poured over roasted vegetables for a versatile meal option.
Use gluten-free flour and pasta for a gluten-free version.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian-Inspired