VegNews Vegan Macaroni and Cheese: A Plant-Based Delight for Cheese Lovers! In the realm of comfort food, macaroni and cheese stands tall, captivating taste buds with its gooey, cheesy goodness. However, for those seeking a compassionate and healthier alternative, VegNews Vegan Macaroni and Cheese emerges as a game-changer. This plant-based recipe reimagines the classic dish, delivering an explosion of flavors and textures without compromising on taste or indulgence. Dive into a culinary journey where creamy, rich "cheese" sauce meets perfectly cooked pasta, creating a symphony of flavors that will satisfy even the most discerning palate.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
THE BEST VEGAN MACARONI AND CHEESE EVER
I found this recipe over at vegweb.com but I am typing it up here so I can use the easy conversions and see the nutritional information. It received so many positive comments that I have to try it. One of the only complaints is that it can be very salty, so you might want to consider cutting back on the soy sauce or not adding additional salt.
Provided by katedanger
Categories Low Cholesterol
Time 8m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Boil water in a big pot for the pasta.
- All of the ingredients sans pasta can easily go in a blender (liquid and powdered) -- this is by far the easiest way.
- Once pasta is cooked, drain and put it in the baking pan pour the cheese sauce over the pasta.
- Bake until the top of the pasta looks slightly browned and crispy about 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 961, Fat 43.5, SaturatedFat 3.8, Sodium 2122.5, Carbohydrate 111.6, Fiber 17.7, Sugar 6, Protein 39.5
VEGNEWS VEGAN MACARONI AND CHEESE
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
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
SOUL VEG VEGAN MAC'N'CHEESE
The best vegan mac n' cheese I've ever had! The recipe comes from the Soul Vegetarian Cook Book, but I've only had this at their restaurants. I'm trying it tomorrow--I'll let you know how it goes!
Provided by Making Stuff
Categories Soy/Tofu
Time 40m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Boil water in medium sauce pan and add noodles. Turn off the heat. Let macaroni stand in hot water until al dente (about 5 minutes). Drain in colander. Run cold water over noodles to stop cooking process.
- Blend tofu and soy milk in blender until smooth. Pour into mixing bowl. Add tahini, nutritional yeast, turmeric, and salt to taste. Mix until smooth.
- Add noodles to cheese mixture. Mix well.
- Place in lightly oiled casserole dish, top with pats of margarine.
- Bake at 350°F for 20 minutes. Allow to cool before slicing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 354.2, Fat 12.8, SaturatedFat 1.9, Sodium 72.4, Carbohydrate 46.6, Fiber 5.2, Sugar 1.3, Protein 15.4
VEGAN MACARONI AND CHEESE
Make and share this Vegan Macaroni and Cheese recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Vegan_Baker900
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 50m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Pot One: Pasta.
- • Make pasta.
- • Drain.
- Pot Two: Rue.
- • Combine butter sub, flour, and salt over low heat. RUE!
- • When bubbling, gradually add the soy drink.
- • Cook and stir until it is thick and begins to bubble.
- • Remove from heat and add the "cheese" from the third pot.
- Pot Three: Cheese :D.
- • Mix nutritional yeast, cornstarch, flour, and salt in a small saucepan.
- • Add water, oil, and mustard.
- • Cook until it thickens and bubbles.
- • Add it to the white sauce form the second pot.
- Baking!
- • Preheat oven to 375°F.
- • Mix cooked pasta with cheese sauce.
- • Pour into a greased casserole dish.
- • Top with bread crumbs.
- • Bake for 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 473.8, Fat 11.3, SaturatedFat 1.6, Sodium 765.3, Carbohydrate 74.3, Fiber 6.8, Sugar 2.4, Protein 19.8
Tips:
- For a richer flavor, use a combination of sharp cheddar and white cheddar cheeses.
- To make the sauce creamier, add a splash of almond milk or coconut milk.
- If you like a little heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or smoked paprika to the sauce.
- For a crispy topping, use panko breadcrumbs instead of regular breadcrumbs.
- To make the dish more nutritious, add some chopped vegetables, such as broccoli, cauliflower, or carrots, to the sauce.
Conclusion:
This vegan macaroni and cheese is a delicious and comforting dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are craving a cheesy pasta dish, give this vegan version a try!
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