Seared Corn & Basil Pasta
Serves 410 mins prep20 mins cook
This Seared Corn & Basil Pasta recipe transforms sweet summer corn into a cozy and creamy pasta dish! Charred corn kernels are blended into a creamy sauce, tossed with al dente pasta, and served with fresh basil for a bright, herby finish. Vegan, Gluten-Free and Oil-Free Options.
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What you need

cup fresh corn

green onion

clove garlic

oz rigatoni pasta

cup cashew milk
tbsp arrowroot powder

tbsp nutritional yeast

tsp kosher salt

tsp black pepper

cup fresh basil
Instructions
0 Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, then add in the pasta and cook until al dente, according to the package instructions. Drain the pasta, but do not rinse; set aside. 1 Sear the Corn: In the meantime, melt the butter over medium-high heat, preferably in a cast iron pan as it encourages browning. Once melted, add the corn kernels and sauté for 7 to 9 minutes, stirring only every 2 minutes or so to brown the kernels. Add the green onion and garlic to the pan and cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes, then remove the pan from the heat. 2 Make the Sauce: Transfer half of the cooked corn mixture to a high-speed blender and add the cashew milk, arrowroot powder, nutritional yeast, salt, and black pepper. Blend until a smooth sauce forms. Return the pan (with remaining corn still in it) to medium heat and add the blended sauce. Bring to a simmer and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened. Add the pasta to the sauce and stir well. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste, if necessary. 3 Serve: Divide the pasta into serving bowls, then top with fresh basil. Serve warm; leftovers will keep in the fridge for up to 4 days.View original recipe

