Creamy Mac and Cheese Gluten Free Dairy Free Stove Top Recipe
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food without compromising on dietary needs with this Creamy Mac and Cheese Gluten-Free Dairy-Free Stove Top Recipe. This quick and easy dish comes together in just over 30 minutes, boasting a velvety, plant-based cheese sauce made from soaked cashews, nutritional yeast, and unsweetened almond milk. A dash of spices like turmeric and paprika adds depth and color, while a touch of tapioca starch ensures the sauce is perfectly rich and creamy. Tossed with tender gluten-free elbow macaroni, this recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners, catering to both gluten-free and dairy-free diets. Whether you're serving it as a main dish or a hearty side, this stovetop mac and cheese is a crowd-pleaser that delivers all the indulgent flavor you crave.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz Gluten-free elbow macaroni
- 2 cups Unsweetened almond milk (or other dairy-free milk of choice)
- 1 cup Raw cashews
- 1 cup Nutritional yeast
- 2 tbsp Dairy-free butter or margarine
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Onion powder
- 0.5 tsp Paprika
- 0.25 tsp Turmeric powder
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Ground black pepper
- 1 cup Vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp Fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp Tapioca starch (or arrowroot powder)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the gluten-free elbow macaroni according to the package instructions, then drain and set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, prepare the dairy-free cheese sauce. Begin by soaking raw cashews in hot water for 10 minutes to soften them. Drain thoroughly.
In a blender or food processor, combine the soaked cashews, unsweetened almond milk, nutritional yeast, vegetable broth, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, turmeric powder, salt, ground black pepper, fresh lemon juice, and tapioca starch. Blend until completely smooth and creamy, then set aside.
Heat a large saucepan over medium heat and melt the dairy-free butter. Once melted, pour the blended cheese sauce into the pan, stirring constantly. Cook the sauce for 5-7 minutes, or until it thickens to a creamy consistency. Be sure to stir frequently to avoid lumps.
Once the sauce has thickened, add the cooked and drained gluten-free pasta to the saucepan. Toss the pasta in the sauce until evenly coated and heated through.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or paprika to your preference.
Serve immediately, garnishing with an extra sprinkle of nutritional yeast or paprika if desired. Enjoy your creamy gluten-free and dairy-free mac and cheese!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
730 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.3 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 774 mg | 34% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 96.9 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.3 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.9 g | ||
| Protein | 30.2 g | 60% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 295 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 895 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
