Remixed from “Creamy Pesto Tofu Alfredo with Whole-Grain Fettuccine and Spinach” — View Original
Remix request: “I don’t have spinach and I have whole milk and/or cream instead of non-milk alternatives”
Creamy Pesto Tofu Alfredo with Fettuccine (Dairy Version)
A dairy-forward remix of the original pesto Alfredo, swapping in whole milk/cream and omitting spinach. Rich, silky sauce coats whole-grain pasta with crispy tofu, enhanced by a touch of lemon for brightness.
Remixed 1 time- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
Servings:
2 servings
Ingredients
- 14 oz (400 g) extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed
- 12 oz (340 g) whole-grain fettuccine
- 1 1/2 cup basil pesto
- 1 cup whole milk or cream (combined if using both, e.g., 1/2 cup milk + 1/2 cup cream)
- 1 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 Zest and juice of 1/2 lemon (optional, for brightness)
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted water 9-11 minutes until al dente; reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
- Sauté tofu cubes in olive oil 5-6 minutes until golden and edges crisp; season with salt and pepper.
- Add butter to the pan with tofu; melt, then add garlic; cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in pesto and milk/cream; simmer 3-4 minutes, whisking until smooth.
- Add reserved pasta water a splash at a time to loosen sauce to coat, then stir in Parmesan.
- Toss in hot pasta with sauce, add lemon zest/juice if using, and pepper flakes to taste.
- Finish with a light drizzle of olive oil and serve immediately.
Chef’s Pro Tips
- Chill the pan briefly after tofu for extra crisp edges.
- If sauce thickens too much, splash in more pasta water or a splash of milk.
- Lemon adds brightness; skip if dairy-free is required.
Serving Suggestions
Serve with a simple green salad and garlic bread for a complete plate.
Storage Instructions
Cool completely; refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat gently on the stove with a splash of milk or pasta water to loosen.
Nutritional Estimates
Per serving · 2 servings total
| calories | 720 |
|---|---|
| protein | 29 |
| carbs | 90 |
| fat | 29 |
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