Cheesy Vegan Penne with Cherry Tomatoes – Creamy, Comforting, and Delicious

• 12 oz penne pasta (or gluten-free pasta of choice)
• 1 ½ cups cherry tomatoes, halved
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil or vegan butter
• ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a spicy kick)
• ¼ teaspoon salt & black pepper (to taste)
• ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)

For the Cheesy Vegan Sauce:

• ¾ cup raw cashews, soaked for 15 minutes
• 1 cup unsweetened plant-based milk (almond, oat, or soy)
• 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast (for cheesy flavor)
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon turmeric (for color)

Preparation

1. Cook the Pasta

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