Pasta alla vodka with silken tofu

• 2 shallots
• 3 clove garlic
• 4 tbsp tomato paste
• Shot of water (or vodka)
• 200 g silken tofu
• 75 ml water
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tsp dried Italian herbs.
• 200 g short pasta‍
• Vegan butter (optional)

Instructions

1. Sauté shallots and garlic in oil for a few minutes
2. Add tomato paste and water/vodka, sauté on medium heat
3. Blend silken tofu with water until smooth, add to pan
4. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs
5. Let sauce simmer
6. Cook pasta al dente, reserve pasta water
7. Add pasta to sauce with some pasta water to finish cooking
8. Optional: stir in vegan butter
9. Serve garnished with cashew parmesan