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Cashew Cream Alfredo {Dairy-Free}

As Jake's gluten-free, dairy-free experiment continues, I am having to do some experimenting of my own. Earlier this week I decided that I wanted a creamy alfredo penne with my roasted salmon. As it was, I told the minis it was gluten-free and dairy-free; it was received with a roll of the eyes. Had I not told them, I'm not sure they would have made a peep. It was good...and easy! Actually, making this dairy-free alfredo was easier than making a regular alfredo. Ingredients 1 C raw cashews 1 C water 2 T dairy-free butter 2 cloves garlic, minced 3/4 C grated parmesan cheese dairy-free topping + more for sprinkling cooked pasta (I used gluten-free) freshly ground salt freshly ground pepper olive oil Procedure Soak the cashews in water over night. Drain. Place soaked cashews and 1 C water in a blender. Blend till completely combined and smooth. In a large, flat-bottom pan, melt the butter and cook the garlic until softened. Pour in the cashew cream and stir t...