Vegan Spicy Sweet Linguine

So like I mentioned in yesterday's post, I modified Rocco DiSpirito's Spicy-Sweet Linguine alla Vodka from his Now Eat This Diet. I thought I'd share the recipe with everyone in case anyone is wanting to try the vegan version.

Ingredients:

• 8 oz whole wheat vegan-friendly linguine
• 1.5 cups dairy free marinara sauce (some store bought sauces contain cheese)
• 4 oz jar fire-roasted red peppers, cut into strips
• 2 tablespoons vegan cream cheese
• 1 tablespoon soy milk (or other milk substitute)
• 1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley
• 1.5 teaspoons hot pepper sauce
• Salt and pepper

Method:

1. Bring a large pot of [salted] water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package.
2. While cooking the pasta, simmer the marinara sauce and peppers in a medium sauce pan. Cook, stirring occasionally for 5 minutes. Remove from heat
3. Mix vegan cream cheese with soy milk until combined. It should be the consistency of Greek yogurt. Add more milk or cream cheese as needed. Slowly whisk the cream cheese mixture into the sauce.
4. Drain the linguine and pour into a serving bowl or back into the pot. Add the sauce, parsley, and hot pepper sauce. Gently toss until the pasta is evenly coated.  Season to taste.

Enjoy! Check out Rocco DiSpirito because he has lots of great recipes and they're low in calories. His version of this pasta has only 307 calories and 7 fat grams, so this one's probably around there.