Creamy Veggie Mac and Cheese Recipe

Do you love mac and cheese? Is there anyone who doesn’t? Let’s face it, it’s one of the ultimate comfort foods. The cool thing about this recipe is there is no actual cheese involved, mostly vegetables, some nuts (could be subbed with white beans) and some spices. So easy to make and your tummy and your friends and family will love you!

In terms of mac and cheese recipes, this is my all-time favourite! So creamy and tasty. I always make a couple of batches and freeze some in jars. If you do freeze some, it is kind of icy when you take it out, warm it up in a pot and whisk it will melt down and go back to its original creamy smooth texture.

Ok, let’s get started….

• 1 c peeled/diced yellow potatoes (or russets)
• ¼ c peeled/diced carrots
• ⅓ c chopped onion
• ¾ c water (use liquid from pot of boiled veggies)
• ½ c raw cashews (soaked for 2 hours, rinsed and drained)
• ¼ c coconut milk
• 2 T nutritional yeast flakes
• 1 T lemon juice
• ¾ to 1 t salt (or more to taste)
• ¼ t garlic powder
• 1 pinch cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1 pinch paprika
• Pasta of your choice – I prefer gluten-free pasta

1. Cook macaroni according to package instructions, don’t over cook,  drain, and set aside.
2. Bring several cups of water to boil in a small pot.
3. Place chopped potatoes, carrots, and onion in the boiling water, and cook for about 10 minutes, or until vegetables are tender and soft enough to blend. Cooking time will vary slightly, based on how small you have chopped your veggies.
4. When veggies are soft enough to blend, use a slotted spoon to remove them from cooking water, and place them in your blender.
5. Add ¾ cup of the veggie water to your blender, along with your remaining ingredients.
6. Blend until smooth.
7. Pour sauce over your cooked macaroni noodles in a dish of your choice, taste for salt, and serve immediately.
8. Or, place macaroni mixture in a baking dish, sprinkle with bread crumbs, and bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 minutes, or until crumbs are turning golden brown. Enjoy your Vegan Mac and Cheese!