Tikka Masala Pasta Bake — Plant Empowered Wellness

Name: Tikka Masala Pasta Bake — Plant Empowered Wellness
Cuisine: Asian, Indian
Ingredients: 1 cup raw cashews soaked overnight; 3/4 cup water; 1 Tbsp nutritional yeast; 1 Tbsp white miso; 1 Tbsp white wine; 1 tsp maple syrup; 2 tsp cornstarch; 1 tsp onion powder; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1/8 tsp turmeric; 12 ounces penne pasta; 1 cup finely chopped onion; 3 garlic cloves; 1 Tbsp grated ginger; 1 Tbsp garam masala; 1 tsp turmeric; 1 tsp chili powder; 1/2 tsp cumin; 1 - 14 ounce can crushed tomatoes; 1 Tbsp maple syrup; 1 14 ounce can lite coconut milk; 1/4 cup water

13 steps

This Indian fusion Tikka Masala Pasta bake is creamy, flavorful, filling, and easy to make! It has all you need for a warm comforting meal.

Updated at: Thu, 07 Mar 2024 04:21:17 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Good

Glycemic Index

Low

Glycemic Load

High

Nutrition per serving

Calories438.5 kcal (22%)

Total Fat16.3 g (23%)

Carbs61.8 g (24%)

Sugars7.6 g (8%)

Protein13.3 g (27%)

Sodium166 mg (8%)

Fiber4.7 g (17%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Instructions

Step 1

Drain the cashews from the soaking water and transfer to a high-speed blender. Add all the other Cheesy Sauce .

Step 2

Blend on high speed until smooth.

Step 3

Transfer the Cheesy Sauce to a small bowl and set aside.

Step 4

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees fahrenheit.

Step 5

Cook the penne pasta according to the package .

Step 6

While the pasta is cooking, heat a large skillet. Once hot, add the onion, garlic and grated ginger and saute for about 3-4 minutes. You may need to add a teaspoon or two of water to prevent sticking.

Step 7

Stir in the garam masala, turmeric, chili powder, and cumin and cook for 1 minute. Pour in the crushed tomatoes, maple syrup, coconut milk, and water and give it a good stir. Simmer for 7-8 minutes.

Step 8

Once the pasta is done, drain and add it to the tomato mixture, stirring to coat the pasta with the sauce.

Step 9

Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 10 minutes.

Step 10

Remove the skillet from the oven and pour the Cheesy Sauce over the pasta, spreading evenly.

Step 11

Bake for another 15 minutes. Serve.

Step 12

Note

Step 13

If you don’t have an ovenproof skillet, you can transfer the pasta to a casserole dish before baking.