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Spaghetti and peas in a creamy sauce.

Creamy Pasta With Peas (Vegan Option)

This quick and easy creamy pasta dish takes only 30 minutes to prepare. Made with frozen or fresh peas, it's a crowd pleaser.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 387kcal
Author: Jen Cardenas

Ingredients

  • 1 lb spaghetti or your favorite pasta
  • ½ cup frozen or fresh peas
  • 3 tablespoon butter (regular or non-dairy)
  • ½ yellow onion, chopped
  • 3 tablespoon flour
  • 1 cup milk (regular or unsweetened non-dairy milk)
  • cup vegetable broth
  • ½ teaspoon miso paste optional
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

  • Cook pasta according to package directions.  5 minutes before it’s done, add frozen peas to the pot and continue to boil.  While the pasta is cooking, prepare the sauce.
  • Melt butter in a large skillet or saucepan on medium heat. Add onions to melted butter and sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add flour and whisk to combine thoroughly.  Continue to cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  • Add broth, milk and miso paste (if you're using it) and whisk until combined.  Add salt, pepper and garlic powder and bring to a low boil to thicken sauce.
  • Once it comes to a boil, lower the temperature and simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring regularly.  If the sauce is too thick, add a little more broth to thin it.
  • Add the drained pasta and peas to the sauce and stir to combine. Season to taste and stir.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-5 days.  You may need to add some additional liquid (veggie broth or milk) when reheating.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Sauce pan
  • Cutting board

Notes

  • I don't recommend using coconut milk in this recipe. It will give too much coconut flavor. I use soy milk to make this but almond milk and oat milk would work well too. Make sure it's unsweetened and not "vanilla" flavored.
  • Do not let this pasta dish sit once cooked. The sauce will really thicken up and get absorbed into the pasta. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 387kcal | Carbohydrates: 65g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 474mg | Potassium: 283mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 439IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 74mg | Iron: 1mg
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