For an even creamier sauce, soak the cashews in hot water for 30 minutes before blending. Feel free to substitute other vegetables for the broccoli, such as cauliflower or peas. Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to your preferred level of spice. If the sauce is too thick, add a tablespoon or two of water until you reach the desired consistency.
The Best Vegan Mac and Cheese
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME45 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 5 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS16
Indulge in the creamy comfort of this vegan mac and cheese. Crafted without any oil and using straightforward ingredients, this dish comes together in 15 minutes or less. Guaranteed to be a hit with kids and adults alike!
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate55 g
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Cholesterol0 mg
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Fiber10 g
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Protein14 g
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Saturated Fat2 g
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Sodium711 mg
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Sugar5 g
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Fat10 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
8 mins
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil. Add the macaroni and cook until al dente, about 8 minutes. Drain well.
02
Step
20 mins
In a separate large pot, place the cubed potatoes and cover with salted water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until fork-tender, approximately 20 minutes. Drain, then peel and finely chop the potatoes once they're cool enough to handle.
03
Step
3 mins
Combine the chopped potatoes, onion, carrot, and minced garlic in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons of water and cook until the vegetables are softened and the water has mostly evaporated, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat.
04
Step
5 mins
Transfer the potato mixture to a high-speed blender. Add 3/4 cup water, raw cashews, soy milk, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, sea salt, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Secure the lid and pulse a few times to start, then blend until completely smooth and creamy.
05
StepHeat the remaining 2 tablespoons of water in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the broccoli florets and cook until tender-crisp, about 5 minutes. Transfer the broccoli to a large serving bowl.
06
StepAdd the cooked macaroni to the bowl with the broccoli. Pour the cashew sauce over the macaroni and broccoli, and mix thoroughly until everything is evenly coated in the luscious sauce. Serve immediately and enjoy!
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Lorenzo Flatley
Jun 21, 2025I was skeptical about vegan mac and cheese, but this recipe blew me away. It's so creamy and flavorful!
Johnnie Considine
Jun 10, 2025This recipe is a lifesaver! My kids love it, and I feel good about them eating something healthy.
Eusebio Treutel
May 20, 2025I added a pinch of smoked paprika for an extra layer of flavor, and it was amazing!
Efrain Volkman
May 15, 2025Quick, easy, and delicious! What more could you ask for?