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How to Make The Best Vegan Mac and Cheese - A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you looking for a creamy and indulgent mac and cheese recipe that's completely plant-based? Look no further, because we've got the perfect recipe for you! Our Best Vegan Mac and Cheese is rich, creamy, and absolutely delicious. Whether you're a long-time vegan or just looking to incorporate more plant-based meals into your diet, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.

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Ingredients

  • 1 ¾ cups whole wheat elbow macaroni
  • 2 potatoes
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • ½ carrot, finely chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons water, or as needed
  • ¾ cup water
  • ½ cup cashews
  • ¼ cup soy milk
  • ¼ cup nutritional yeast
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 dash ground paprika
  • 1 dash cayenne pepper
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 2 cups chopped broccoli florets

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain.
  • Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain. Peel and finely chop potatoes when cool enough to handle.
  • Combine potatoes, onion, carrot, and garlic in a small pot over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons water and cook until soft enough to blend and water is mostly evaporated, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat. Transfer sauce to a blender. Add 3/4 cup water, cashews, soy milk, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, salt, paprika, and cayenne. Cover the blender and hold lid down with a potholder; pulse a few times before leaving on to blend until smooth.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons water in a nonstick pan over medium heat. Add broccoli and cook until soft but still a little crunchy, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a large serving bowl. Pour sauce in and mix until thoroughly coated.

    • Nutrition

    326 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Sodium: 586mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 52g
    • Dietary Fiber: 9g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 15g
    • Vitamin C: 66mg
    • Calcium: 64mg
    • Iron: 9mg
    • Potassium: 964mg

    Categories

    Pasta recipes
    Sauce recipes
    Vegetable recipes
    Seasoning recipes