Name: Garlic Butter Pasta
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 55 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 10–12 cloves slow-roasted garlic (about 2 heads); 2–3 tablespoons olive oil; 3–4 tablespoons vegan butter; 1–2 teaspoons tomato paste; A small handful of fresh basil, sliced or torn; 1/2–1 cup hot starchy pasta water; 12–16 ounces spaghetti or other long pasta; Vegan parmesan, to taste; Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste; 1 can white beans or chickpeas, rinsed (optional); 1–2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts or sunflower seeds (optional); Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional); 2–3 cups baby spinach or arugula (optional); Lemon zest or a squeeze of lemon juice (optional); Sautéed mushrooms, roasted cherry tomatoes, or caramelized onions (optional); 1–2 tablespoons nutritional yeast (optional)

Description

A warm and garlicky comfort food pasta dish made with slow-roasted garlic, vegan butter, and fresh basil.

Ingredients

Scale

10–12 cloves slow-roasted garlic (about 2 heads)
2–3 tablespoons olive oil
3–4 tablespoons vegan butter
1–2 teaspoons tomato paste
A small handful of fresh basil, sliced or torn
1/2–1 cup hot starchy pasta water
12–16 ounces spaghetti or other long pasta
Vegan parmesan, to taste
Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
1 can white beans or chickpeas, rinsed (optional)
1–2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts or sunflower seeds (optional)
Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
2–3 cups baby spinach or arugula (optional)
Lemon zest or a squeeze of lemon juice (optional)
Sautéed mushrooms, roasted cherry tomatoes, or caramelized onions (optional)
1–2 tablespoons nutritional yeast (optional)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Trim the tops off the garlic heads.
Place each head on foil, drizzle with olive oil, and wrap loosely.
Roast for 35–45 minutes until the garlic is golden and soft.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add the spaghetti.
Cook the pasta to al dente according to package directions.
Before draining, reserve 3/4 to 1 cup of the hot pasta water.
Blend the roasted garlic, vegan butter, tomato paste, basil, and a pinch of salt with some reserved pasta water until smooth.
Return the drained pasta to the pot and pour the garlic sauce over it.
Toss with tongs, adding more reserved pasta water as needed for a silky texture.
Add any optional ingredients, tossing gently until combined.
Serve immediately, garnishing with vegan parmesan and additional basil.

Notes

Pair with a green salad and crusty bread for a complete meal.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 400
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 300mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 16g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 12g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Garlic Butter Pasta, Vegan Pasta, Comfort Food, Quick Recipes