Vegan Mac N Cheese Aka Creamy Cashew Macaroni
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food makeover with this Vegan Mac N Cheese, lovingly dubbed Creamy Cashew Macaroni. This plant-based twist on a classic is rich, velvety, and oh-so-satisfying, thanks to a luscious sauce made from blended raw cashews, unsweetened almond milk, and nutritional yeast. Infused with bold flavors like garlic, onion powder, Dijon mustard, and a hint of tangy lemon juice, this dairy-free dish is both nourishing and endlessly craveable. Perfectly complemented by the vibrant golden hue of turmeric, this recipe is easy to whip up in under 30 minutes and is ideal for weeknight dinners or an indulgent lunch. Whether served straight from the stovetop or garnished with fresh herbs, this creamy vegan macaroni will surprise your taste buds while being entirely guilt-free.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Raw cashews
- 12 ounces Elbow macaroni (or any pasta of choice)
- 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
- 0.25 cup Nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Turmeric powder (for color, optional)
- 0.75 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Water
Instructions
Place the raw cashews in a bowl and cover them with boiling water. Let them soak for 10 minutes to soften.
While the cashews soak, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Drain the soaked cashews and add them to a high-speed blender along with the almond milk, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, turmeric powder (if using), salt, black pepper, and 1/2 cup of water.
Blend the mixture on high until smooth and creamy. This may take 1-2 minutes, depending on your blender.
Transfer the cashew sauce to a saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring frequently, for about 3-5 minutes, or until the sauce is warm and slightly thickened.
Add the cooked pasta to the saucepan with the cashew cheese sauce. Stir well to coat all the macaroni in the creamy sauce.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to balance the flavors.
Serve immediately while hot, and enjoy your vegan mac n cheese!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1984 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 58.6 g | 75% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.2 g | 51% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2076 mg | 90% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 302.4 g | 110% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.5 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.8 g | ||
| Protein | 69.9 g | 140% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 556 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 13.7 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 1482 mg | 32% | |
*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.
