Delicious and Dairy-Free Mac and Cheese Recipe

This easy creamy vegan macaroni and cheese recipe is a delicious and nutritious twist on the classic comfort food. Made with plant-based ingredients, it is dairy-free, vegan-friendly, and packed with flavor. The creamy sauce is made from a blend of cashews, nutritional yeast, and spices, giving it a rich and cheesy taste. Served over tender macaroni pasta, this dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a satisfying lunch.

Ingredients

• 2 cups elbow macaroni
• 1 cup unsalted cashews
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped parsley for garnish

Directions

1. Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a blender, combine the cashews, vegetable broth, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, turmeric, paprika, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
3. Transfer the sauce to a saucepan and heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until heated through.
4. Pour the sauce over the cooked macaroni and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the sauce coats the pasta well.
5. Remove from heat and let it sit for a few minutes to thicken.
6. Serve the creamy vegan macaroni and cheese hot, garnished with chopped parsley.

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