Whole30 Cracker Barrel Mac and Cheese
Reimagine comfort food with this Whole30-compliant Cracker Barrel Mac and Cheese—a healthier twist on the classic favorite that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Featuring cassava elbow pasta for a grain-free alternative, this recipe boasts a velvety, dairy-free cheese sauce made from unsweetened almond milk, coconut cream, and nutritional yeast, perfectly seasoned with garlic powder, onion powder, and a hint of dry mustard. A quick and simple preparation process, combining creamy ghee and tapioca starch for that authentic "cheesy" texture, makes it an ideal choice for busy weeknights while staying true to your clean eating goals. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish is perfect for Whole30 followers and anyone craving a guilt-free spin on macaroni and cheese. Serve hot for a satisfying meal that’s rich, creamy, and utterly delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cassava elbow pasta
- 1.5 cups unsweetened almond milk
- 0.5 cup nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons ghee
- 2 tablespoons tapioca starch
- 0.5 cup coconut cream
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon dry mustard powder
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Begin by cooking the cassava elbow pasta according to the package instructions, then drain and set aside.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the unsweetened almond milk and ghee. Heat until the ghee is melted and the mixture is warm.
Whisk in the tapioca starch until fully dissolved, making sure there are no lumps.
Add the coconut cream to the saucepan and stir until the mixture becomes thick and creamy.
Reduce the heat to low and mix in the nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, dry mustard powder, sea salt, and black pepper. Stir continuously until the sauce is smooth and well-blended.
Add the cooked cassava pasta to the sauce, stirring gently to coat the pasta completely with the sauce.
Continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the pasta to absorb some of the sauce and become more flavorful.
Serve immediately while hot for the best taste and texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1669 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.8 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.1 g | 186% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 80 mg | 27% | |
| Sodium | 1449 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 278.7 g | 101% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.3 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 69.3 g | ||
| Protein | 13.0 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.3 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 738 mg | 57% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 484 mg | 10% | |
*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.
