Dairy-Free Fettuccine with Meat Sauce

Elevate your pasta night with this Dairy-Free Fettuccine with Meat Sauce, a rich and satisfying dish that delivers all the comfort of a classic Italian meal without the dairy. Featuring tender fettuccine tossed in a velvety almond milk-based sauce enhanced with nutritional yeast for a cheesy, umami kick, this recipe is perfect for those with dietary restrictions or anyone seeking something lighter. The hearty meat sauce, simmered with aromatic garlic, onions, and a medley of Italian herbs, complements the creamy pasta beautifully. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this family-friendly recipe is easy to prepare in under 45 minutes and is ideal for dairy-free dining that doesn't skimp on flavor. Perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings, it’s a wholesome twist on a beloved classic!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 ounces fettuccine pasta
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 0.25 cup nutritional yeast
• 1.5 cups unsweetened almond milk
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add ground beef and cook, breaking up with a wooden spoon, until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef. Cook until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 5

While the sauce simmers, prepare the dairy-free 'creamy' sauce. In a small saucepan over medium heat, warm the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Whisk in the cornstarch to form a paste.

Step 6

Slowly add the almond milk to the cornstarch paste, whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Cook until the mixture thickens slightly, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 7

Stir the nutritional yeast into the thickened almond milk mixture until well combined. This will give the sauce a cheesy flavor.

Step 8

Combine the cooked fettuccine with the creamy almond sauce, tossing to coat the pasta evenly.

Step 9

Serve the creamy fettuccine topped with the meat sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2162.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2869.8

Total Fat 121.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.7g
Cholesterol 301.1mg	0%
Sodium 3908.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 328.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.4g	0%
Total Sugars 54.1g
Protein 137.2g	0%

Vitamin D 131.8IU	0%
Calcium 958.0mg	0%
Iron 18.1mg	0%
Potassium 4572.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.0%

Protein: 18.6%

Carbs: 44.5%