Ingredients
- 1/2 C yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 head cauliflower, cored and chopped
- 1 C vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
- 1 tbsp white miso paste
- 1/2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 lb asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
- 8 oz whole-grain linguine
- Nutty Parm, for serving
- 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped, for serving
- black pepper, to taste
Instructions
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For the sauce: Heat 1/2 cup of water in a large sauce-pan over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook for 4 minutes to soften. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Add the cauliflower and the Light Vegetable Broth and bring to a boil. Lower the heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for about 12 minutes, or until the cauliflower is soft.
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Transfer the cauliflower mixture to a high-powered blender and blend on high speed until smooth. Add the nutritional yeast, miso paste, and lemon juice and blend until smooth and creamy. Pour the sauce into a saucepan and keep warm over very low heat.
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Preheat the oven to 425F. Line a rimmed baking pan with a silicone mat or parchment paper. Arrange the asparagus in a single layer on the prepared pan. Roast in the oven for 15 minutes, or until the asparagus is tender and slightly browned.
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Cook the linguine according to package instructions in a pot of boiling water, stirring occasionally, until al dente. Drain the pasta and return it to the pot. Add the roasted asparagus and sauce and heat for a few minutes until hot, tossing gently to combine.
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To Serve: Divide the pasta among shallow serving bowls or plates and serve hot, topped with the Nutty Parm to taste, basil, and black pepper to taste.