Description
This is the Vegan Mac and Cheese recipe you’ve been looking for! Whether you’re vegan by choice or by necessity, it’s likely mac and cheese is a dish you crave from time to time.
The ooey gooey cheese and pasta is a combination almost everyone loves. With this vegan option, you can enjoy vegan mac and cheese made from cashews and vegan mozzarella. It’s easier than you think to make and has a yummy breadcrumb topping.
Vegan dinners can be just as exciting as non-vegan meals! I’m here to prove it with this Vegan Katsu Curry recipe and this super delicious Vegan Cannelloni, too. Need a dessert everyone can enjoy? Try this Vegan Vanilla Pudding.
Ingredients
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- 12 oz elbow pasta
- 2 cups water
- 1 1/2 cup raw cashews
- 1 cup vegan mozzarella shreds (I used So Delicious)
- 1 cup vegan panko breadcrumbs (I used Kikkoman)
- 1/2 cup nutritional yeast
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black crushed pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp turmeric
- Vegan non-stick spray (I used avocado oil)
Instructions
- Start by preheating the oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Cook the pasta according to the instructions. Then rinse off with cold water and let it drain.
- Soak the cashews for about 5 minutes in hot water. I simply just cooked some water with a kettle and let them soak on the counter. Then discard the water and transfer the cashew to a food processor.
- In the food processor with the cashews, add the cheese, nutritional yeast, seasoning, lemon juice and water and process for about 3-5 minutes, or until completely smooth.
- Grab a large bowl and mix the cooked pasta with the cheese sauce, until well combined.
- Spray a 9×13 casserole dish with nonstick spray (I used avocado oil) and transfer the mac and cheese to the dish.
- Sprinkle with the panko breadcrumbs to make sure the top is all covered. Then spray some nonstick spray over the panko breadcrumbs.
- Place in the oven for 5-7 minutes, then switch the oven to broil and broil the top for an additional 2-4 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Serve while hot, enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 7
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: International
