Cajun Alfredo Sauce (Dairy-Free)
Yes, it says dairy-free! I can see your eyes rolling and your head shaking now. I’ve been there! I promise, though, you won’t miss it in this sauce! There is so much flavor that you won’t realize that it’s missing the cheese!
Opting out of dairy in your meals can do so much good on your digestion and your skin! You may not even realize the effects it has on you, until you give it up for a week or so and then go back to it! You’ll notice a difference! Give it a try! There are so many awesome products out there now that can help make the transition so easy! Your gut will thank you!
| Cook Time | 15 minutes |
| Servings |
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- 4 oz Kitehills brand plain cream cheese sub cream cheese of choice
- 3 tbsp Ghee or Grass-fed butter
- 1 tbsp Tomato paste
- 1 1/2 tsp Onion powder
- 1 1/2 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 1/2 tsp Dried oregano
- 1 1/2 tsp Dried thyme
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Pink salt
- 1/2 tsp Cayenne pepper
- 1/2 tsp Black pepper
- Juice from 1/2 lemon
- 1 cup Nutpods see recipe note for sub.*
- 1/4 cup Cashew milk
- 1/4 cup Nutritional yeast optional** - adds parmesan flavor
Ingredients
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- In a saucepan over medium heat, whisk together cream cheese and butter until melted and combined. This should take 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in tomato paste and seasonings and combine.
- Add Nutpods, cashew milk, and juice from the lemon and whisk together until well combined. (if you're using it, add nutritional yeast now, as well)
- Reduce heat to low and simmer sauce for 5-10 minutes or until ready to serve!
- I like to serve this sauce over our favorite pasta and top it with shredded, cajun-seasoned chicken thighs! DELISH!
*You can substitute cashew, coconut, or almond milk. The sauce just won't be as rich and creamy. Start with a cup and add more until desired consistency is achieved. You could also add a tablespoon or two more of cream cheese for extra creaminess!
If you tolerate dairy, some quality heavy cream could be used here as well!
**Many people have found that too much nutritional yeast can upset their stomach. So, it's totally optional here. I tend to use it more often in regular alfredo sauces. Taste the sauce before you add it and see if you even need it! Personally, the cajun spices in this recipe add plenty of flavor for me.