Roasted Romanesco with Herbed Cashew Cream

A simple combination of cashews, herbs, and water create a savory sauce for these romanesco "steaks." Let the blender make the sauce while you prepare the rest of the dish!

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups (300 g) roasted cashews
  • 2½ cup (600 ml) water
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 3 Tablespoon leaves
  • 1 Tablespoon fresh rosemary, leaves only, chopped
  • ¾ cup (20 g) fresh parsley leaves, about 1/2 bunch
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt, optional
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 roasting dish and set aside.
  2. Place cashews, water, onion powder, garlic powder, sage, rosemary, parsley, salt (optional), and pepper into the Vitamix container in the order listed in secure the lid.
  3. Start the blender on its lowest speed, then quickly increase to its highest speed. Blend for 5 minutes 45 seconds; or select the Hot Soups program and allow the machine to complete the programmed cycle.
  4. Once blending is finished, pour about 2 cups (480ml) of the cashew cream mixture into the bottom of the prepared roasting dish. Spread across the bottom of the dish evenly.

Chef's Notes

Try this recipe as a main dish, or make smaller florets out of your vegetable and create a delicious side dish that everyone can enjoy. This entrée is bursting with plant protein, healthy omega-3 fats, and other nutrients that will be sure to leave you satisfied.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups (300 g) roasted cashews
  • 2½ cup (600 ml) water
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 3 Tablespoon leaves
  • 1 Tablespoon fresh rosemary, leaves only, chopped
  • ¾ cup (20 g) fresh parsley leaves, about 1/2 bunch
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt, optional
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 roasting dish and set aside.
  2. Place cashews, water, onion powder, garlic powder, sage, rosemary, parsley, salt (optional), and pepper into the Vitamix container in the order listed in secure the lid.
  3. Start the blender on its lowest speed, then quickly increase to its highest speed. Blend for 5 minutes 45 seconds; or select the Hot Soups program and allow the machine to complete the programmed cycle.
  4. Once blending is finished, pour about 2 cups (480ml) of the cashew cream mixture into the bottom of the prepared roasting dish. Spread across the bottom of the dish evenly.

Chef's Notes

Try this recipe as a main dish, or make smaller florets out of your vegetable and create a delicious side dish that everyone can enjoy. This entrée is bursting with plant protein, healthy omega-3 fats, and other nutrients that will be sure to leave you satisfied.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups (300 g) roasted cashews
  • 2½ cup (600 ml) water
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 3 Tablespoon leaves
  • 1 Tablespoon fresh rosemary, leaves only, chopped
  • ¾ cup (20 g) fresh parsley leaves, about 1/2 bunch
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt, optional
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 roasting dish and set aside.
  2. Place cashews, water, onion powder, garlic powder, sage, rosemary, parsley, salt (optional), and pepper into the Vitamix container in the order listed in secure the lid.
  3. Start the blender on its lowest speed, then quickly increase to its highest speed. Blend for 5 minutes 45 seconds; or select the Hot Soups program and allow the machine to complete the programmed cycle.
  4. Once blending is finished, pour about 2 cups (480ml) of the cashew cream mixture into the bottom of the prepared roasting dish. Spread across the bottom of the dish evenly.

Chef's Notes

Try this recipe as a main dish, or make smaller florets out of your vegetable and create a delicious side dish that everyone can enjoy. This entrée is bursting with plant protein, healthy omega-3 fats, and other nutrients that will be sure to leave you satisfied.