Broccoli

mac and cheese

INGREDIENTS

– dried elbow macaroni –  broccoli – water – carrots – potato – raw cashews – garlic cloves –  vegan butter – unsweetened almond milk – vegetable broth – onion powder – salt – smoked paprika – nutritional yeast – tapioca flour

STEP 1

Cook elbow macaroni per package instructions, adding broccoli 5 minutes before pasta is done. Drain.

STEP 2

Steam carrots, potatoes, and cashews in a saucepan for 15-20 minutes until tender. Blend with garlic, butter, almond milk, broth, seasonings, yeast, flour, and lemon juice until smooth.

STEP 3

Place cooked pasta in a large pot. Pour vegan cheese sauce over pasta and stir until well coated. The sauce may seem thin, but it will thicken as you stir.

STEP 4

Allow vegan mac and cheese to rest for 5 minutes to thicken further before serving. Enjoy your creamy vegan delight!

Tips for Making Vegan Mac and Cheese:

Add more protein to this healthy vegan mac and cheese for a balanced and more satisfying meal! Chickpeas, lentils, crumbled tempeh, and black beans are some protein-packed add-ins you might love.