Chef Linda
Linda Soper-Kolton, Chef, came to the Sanctuary as a guest chef to share her love of compassionate cooking in our then-fledgling culinary program. Lured by the magic of the Sanctuary, her love of animals and the urgency of our mission, Linda stayed on to lead and grow the culinary program, inspiring and educating with love, patience, and delicious food. View Recipes
Aside from the taste, Alfredo sauce doesn't have too many other redeeming qualities. Made with heavy cream, parmesan, and lots of butter, it's not a sauce that's friendly to your health or to the animals. This recipe for White Bean Cashew Alfredo Sauce is a rich, delicious, and more compassionate alternative.
Deliciously simple to make, White Bean Cashew Alfredo sauce is a healthy and compassionate alternative to the traditional versionBeans are the least expensive source of protein. Aside from protein, complex carbohydrates and fiber, beans contain a powerhouse of nutrients including antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, such as copper, folate, iron, magnesium, potassium, and zinc. And although cashews are one of the lowest-fiber nuts, they are packed with vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and provide a healthy dose of protein. Cashews support bone strength and joint flexibility, discourage migraines, improve memory, lower blood pressure, and protect against UV damage, heart disease, and cancer. Together with white beans, they create a luscious, creamy combination that works deliciously on pasta, with steamed or roasted vegetables, or even as a spread or dip for bread.
Ingredients
1can white beans, drained and rinsed (or 1 1/2 cups cooked beans)
⅓cupnutritional yeast
½cupraw cashews
3cloves garlic, peeled
2tbspextra virgin olive oil
1tspsalt
2tspfresh lemon juice
½cupwater
Directions
1
Place all the ingredients in a blender and purée until smooth. Warm sauce in a small pot for several minutes before serving. Store in a covered container for several days or freeze.
1can white beans, drained and rinsed (or 1 1/2 cups cooked beans)
⅓cupnutritional yeast
½cupraw cashews
3cloves garlic, peeled
2tbspextra virgin olive oil
1tspsalt
2tspfresh lemon juice
½cupwater
DIRECTIONS
1
Place all the ingredients in a blender and purée until smooth. Warm sauce in a small pot for several minutes before serving. Store in a covered container for several days or freeze.
