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Creamy Dairy-Free Mac and Cheese

Deliciously Creamy Dairy-Free Delight

4servings
25 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Creamy Dairy-Free Mac and Cheese

About this recipe

Enjoy this scrumptious dairy-free mac and cheese that is not only easy to make but also perfect for those following a dairy-free lifestyle. Blending raw cashews with nutritional yeast creates a creamy and savory sauce that will leave you craving more.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups elbow macaroni
  • 1 cup raw cashews, soaked
  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. 1

    Cook the macaroni according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    Blend cashews, almond milk, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, turmeric, paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth.

  3. 3

    Heat the blended mixture in a saucepan over medium heat until heated through.

  4. 4

    Add the cooked macaroni to the saucepan and stir to coat it with the sauce.

  5. 5

    Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to ensure everything is warmed through.

  6. 6

    Serve the mac and cheese hot and enjoy!

Chef's tip

For a richer flavor, try adding a pinch of smoked paprika or some roasted garlic.

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