Make the penne pasta according to package instructions. While the pasta is boiling, make your Creamy Garlic Sauce
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add garlic and sauté, stirring occasionally, until garlic is fragrant. About 2 minutes. Add cauliflower florets and sauté for another 2-3 minutes. Once slightly tender, add vegetable broth, cover, and cook until cauliflower is soft all the way through, about 10 more minutes.
Transfer to a high-speed blender. Add hemp beverage, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, and salt. Blend until completely smooth.
Strain cooked pasta, rinse with cool water, and transfer it in a large bowl. Add Creamy Garlic Sauce and stir to coat. Serve with fresh parsley or red pepper flakes.
Serving and Storing - Serve pasta immediately with artisan bread and a side salad. Store leftover pasta in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Gently reheat the pasta over the stove with 1-2 tablespoons of water.
Recipe Tips - Immediately mix the cooked pasta with your creamy garlic sauce to avoid clumping.
Variations - For a gluten-free meal, try this Gluten-Free Penne Pasta
Calories: 272kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 7g | Sodium: 385mg | Potassium: 245mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 245IU | Vitamin C: 26.6mg | Calcium: 71mg | Iron: 0.5mg