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Creamy White Bean Alfredo Pasta - White Bean Alfredo: whip up this healthy and creamy plant-based pasta sauce in under 15 minutes. Dairy-free and delicious, per

Creamy White Bean Alfredo Pasta

White Bean Alfredo: whip up this healthy and creamy plant-based pasta sauce in under 15 minutes. Dairy-free and delicious, perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 7 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can (15 ounce) white beans (cannellini, navy, small white, etc.)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • ½ cup vegetable broth
  • ¼ cup almond or soy milk
  • Freshly ground nutmeg (optional)

Method
 

  1. Drain and rinse white beans thoroughly under cold water.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden.
  3. In a blender or food processor, combine sautéed garlic, rinsed white beans, vegetable broth, and almond or soy milk. Blend on high speed until perfectly smooth and creamy, about 1-2 minutes.
  4. Pour the blended bean mixture back into the saucepan and heat thoroughly over medium-low heat, stirring constantly with a whisk, until warm and thickened (do not boil).
  5. Serve immediately over your favorite cooked pasta, about 8 ounces. Grate fresh nutmeg over the top, if desired, for an aromatic finish.

Notes

- For the creamiest sauce, blend the mixture for at least 2-3 minutes, pausing to scrape down the sides, until absolutely no bean pieces remain.
- If the sauce is too thick, thin it with a tablespoon of warm water or vegetable broth until it reaches your desired consistency.
- I found that adding a pinch of white pepper alongside the nutmeg really enhances the savory notes without adding extra heat.
Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.