A delectable one-pot pasta with a speedy twist – Creamy sauce enhanced by hummus

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A delectable one-pot pasta with a speedy twist – Creamy sauce enhanced by hummus

Chickpeas, like many other legumes, have the ability to transform into a delectable sauce that can coat noodles. By mashing or pureeing them with a touch of olive oil and seasoning, then thinning it out with pasta cooking water, a satisfying dinner is created.

Toni Okamoto, in her latest book “Plant-Based on a Budget: Quick & Easy,” shares a clever trick to make this process even faster. Instead of starting with chickpeas, she begins with hummus, which is already pureed and seasoned to perfection with tahini, lemon juice, and olive oil. This highlights one of her key principles: time is valuable.

Okamoto initially started her blog to discover and share affordable plant-based meals with others who wanted to eat healthily without overspending. However, her blog eventually led to a full-time career, including multiple cookbooks and a podcast, completely transforming her financial situation.

Try the recipe: Hummus Pasta With Tomatoes and Olives

In her own words, Okamoto writes, “While I still avoid wasting food, I no longer obsess and get stressed about every penny spent and every grain of rice. Today, I’ve shifted my focus to saving time. This creates more space in my life for the things I truly love.”

The cost difference between making this dish with store-bought hummus and using chickpeas cooked from scratch or from a can hasn’t been calculated, but the former option is likely more expensive. However, if you have leftover hummus, you can save time and reduce waste. As someone who has expressed dissatisfaction with many store-bought hummus varieties, I highly endorse this innovative use for the sometimes-pasty spread.

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The most compelling reason to try this recipe is its incredible taste. The hummus coats the noodles perfectly, while the combination of sun-dried and fresh tomatoes, olives, and basil adds layers of flavor. Additional ingredients like roasted cauliflower, leafy greens, and, of course, more chickpeas can also be incorporated based on personal preference and available ingredients.

Try the recipe: Hummus Pasta With Tomatoes and Olives

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