Best 3 Vegan Macaroni And Cheese Recipes

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Vegan macaroni and cheese is a delicious and nutritious dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables, and it is also a good source of protein and fiber. Vegan macaroni and cheese is also relatively easy to make, and it can be tailored to your own personal taste preferences. Whether you like your macaroni and cheese creamy or cheesy, mild or spicy, there is a vegan recipe out there that is sure to please you.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

VEGAN MACARONI AND CHEESE



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Make and share this Vegan Macaroni and Cheese recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Carol Bullock

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup nutritional yeast flakes
1/2 cup white flour or 1/2 cup wheat flour
1/2-1 teaspoon salt
1 -2 teaspoon garlic powder or 2 -3 cloves garlic, chopped
1/4 teaspoon paprika (not necessary if you don't have any) (optional)
2 cups soymilk
1/4 cup margarine or 1/4 cup oil
1/2 teaspoon prepared mustard or 1/2 teaspoon mustard powder
8 ounces elbow macaroni, cooked and drained (or any shape pasta)

Steps:

  • Mix dry ingredients in a saucepan.
  • Whisk in milk.
  • Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until it thickens and bubbles.
  • Cook and stir 30 seconds more, then remove from the heat.
  • Whip in the margarine and mustard.
  • Add more milk or water if mixture is too thick.
  • Add hot, cooked macaroni, and mix well.
  • Enjoy!

VEGNEWS VEGAN MACARONI AND CHEESE



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This is the best mac 'n' cheese on the planet. End of story. Created by Allison Rivers Samson and published on VegNews.com

Provided by Wish I Could Cook

Categories     Macaroni And Cheese

Time 55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

4 quarts water
1 tablespoon sea salt
8 ounces macaroni
4 slices bread, torn into large pieces
2 tablespoons non-hydrogenated margarine
1/3 cup non-hydrogenated margarine
2 tablespoons shallots, peeled and chopped
1 cup potato, peeled and chopped
1/4 cup carrot, peeled and chopped
1/3 cup onion, peeled and chopped
1 cup water
1/4 cup raw cashews
2 teaspoons sea salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/8 teaspoon cayenne
1/4 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • In a large pot, bring the water and salt to a boil. Add macaroni and cook until al dente. In a colander, drain pasta and rinse with cold water. Set aside.
  • In a saucepan, add shallots, potatoes, carrots, onion, and water, and bring to a boil. Cover the pan and simmer for 15 minutes, or until vegetables are very soft.
  • In a blender, process the cashews, salt, garlic, 1/3 cup margarine, mustard, lemon juice, black pepper, and cayenne. Add softened vegetables and cooking water to the blender and process until perfectly smooth.
  • In a food processor, make breadcrumbs by pulverizing the bread and 2 tablespoons margarine to a medium-fine texture. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, toss the cooked pasta and blended cheese sauce until completely coated. Spread mixture into a 9 x 13 casserole dish, sprinkle with prepared breadcrumbs, and dust with paprika.
  • Bake at 350 for 30 minutes or until the cheese sauce is bubbling and the top has turned golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247, Fat 3.9, SaturatedFat 0.8, Sodium 2054.8, Carbohydrate 45.3, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 2.9, Protein 7.9

EASY CREAMY VEGAN MACARONI AND CHEESE



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Although this does not taste like the the traditional mac 'n cheese recipes most of us grew up with, it will satisfy your comfort food craving while helping you avoid preservatives, dyes, meat, and dairy. Stir in your favorite veggies and/or meatless filler and you've got yourself a satisfying meal. This recipe is very versatile; tweak ingredients to your liking!

Provided by Mesa Mom

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes     Vegan     Side Dishes

Time 43m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (8 ounce) package elbow macaroni
⅔ cup rice bran oil, divided
2 cups unsweetened soy milk
1 cup nutritional yeast
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons yellow mustard
1 teaspoon ground paprika

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease an 8-inch baking dish.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain and transfer to a large bowl; toss with 1 tablespoon rice bran oil.
  • Combine remaining rice bran oil, soy milk, nutritional yeast, garlic, mustard, and paprika in a high-powered food processor or blender; blend until smooth and creamy.
  • Pour soy milk mixture over elbow macaroni in the bowl; toss to mix. Pour into the prepared baking dish. Cover with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until center is bubbling, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349.3 calories, Carbohydrate 30.4 g, Fat 20.2 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 13.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 52.6 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

Tips:

  • For a creamier sauce, use full-fat coconut milk and cashews.
  • To make the sauce extra cheesy, add a tablespoon or two of nutritional yeast.
  • If you don't have almond flour, you can use all-purpose flour instead.
  • To make the dish gluten-free, use gluten-free pasta.
  • For a healthier version, use whole wheat pasta and low-fat or fat-free milk.
  • To add some spice, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or paprika to the sauce.
  • For a smoky flavor, add a teaspoon of smoked paprika to the sauce.
  • To make the dish more colorful, add some chopped broccoli, peas, or carrots to the sauce.
  • For a crispy topping, sprinkle some bread crumbs or crushed potato chips on top of the casserole before baking.
  • Serve the macaroni and cheese with a side salad or soup for a complete meal.

Conclusion:

With so many delicious variations, there's sure to be a vegan macaroni and cheese recipe that everyone will enjoy. Whether you're looking for a classic comfort food dish or something new and exciting, these recipes have you covered. So next time you're craving macaroni and cheese, give one of these vegan versions a try. You won't be disappointed!

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