Rotini with Asparagus and Lemon Cashew Cream Sauce

Ingredients

• 1 box Banza Rotini
• 1 bunch asparagus
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 4-5 leaves basil, thinly sliced
• Crushed red pepper
• 1 cup raw cashews, soaked overnight
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
• ¼ teaspoon onion powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• Juice of ½ lemon