How to Make Vegan Mac and No Cheese - A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you craving a creamy, comforting mac and cheese but want to stick to a plant-based diet? Look no further than this Vegan Mac and No Cheese recipe! This dish takes the classic mac and cheese and gives it a dairy-free twist that is just as delicious and satisfying.

By swapping out the traditional cheese for a rich and creamy cashew-based sauce, this Vegan Mac and No Cheese provides all the familiar flavors and textures of the classic dish without the use of any animal products. Whether ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (8 ounce) package uncooked elbow macaroni
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 cup cashews
  • ⅓ cup lemon juice
  • 1 ⅓ cups water
  • salt to taste
  • ⅓ cup canola oil
  • 4 ounces roasted red peppers, drained
  • 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Additional Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add macaroni, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain. Transfer to a medium baking dish.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir in onion, and cook until tender and lightly browned. Gently mix with the macaroni.
  • In a blender or food processor, mix cashews, lemon juice, water, and salt. Gradually blend in canola oil, roasted red peppers, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, and onion powder. Blend until smooth. Thoroughly mix with the macaroni and onions.
  • Bake 45 minutes in the preheated oven, until lightly browned. Cool 10 to 15 minutes before serving.
  • Nutrition

    648 cal.

    • Total Fat: 39g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Sodium: 329mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 62g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 17g
    • Vitamin C: 27mg
    • Calcium: 40mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 516mg