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 ### Creamy Cashew Garlic Pasta Recipe 🍝

A delicious, creamy pasta made with cashew paste, garlic, chili flakes, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning.

### Ingredients

* Pasta (any variety)

* Butter

* Olive oil

* Garlic powder

* Chili flakes

* Cashew paste

* Parmesan cheese

* Italian seasoning

* Salt, to taste

* Hot water or reserved pasta water, as needed

### Instructions

1\. Cook the pasta: Boil the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and reserve some pasta water for later.

2\. Prepare the sauce: Heat butter and olive oil in a pan over medium-low heat.

3\. Add the seasonings: Add garlic powder and chili flakes. Sauté briefly until fragrant, being careful not to burn them.

4\. Add cashew paste: Stir in the cashew paste and a little water. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring until it becomes smooth and creamy.

5\. Add the pasta: Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and mix well until evenly coated.

6\. Add cheese and herbs: Stir in Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning. Cook over low heat for another minute or two.

7\. Adjust the consistency: If the pasta becomes too thick or dry, gradually add hot water or reserved pasta water until you reach your desired creamy consistency.

8\. Serve: Check the seasoning, add salt if needed, and serve warm with extra Parmesan cheese or chili flakes.

Tip: The cashew paste gives the pasta a naturally rich and creamy texture without needing heavy cream. Reserved pasta water helps create a smoother sauce that coats the pasta beautifully.