MAC AND 'SHEWS (VEGAN MAC AND CHEESE)

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Cashews are basically vegan dairy. Blend them with a little liquid and you've got a smooth cream, similar to half-and-half. Mixed with broth, nutritional yeast, miso and seasonings along with the macaroni and you've got delish mac 'n cheese.

Provided by isachandra

Categories     Main Dishes     Pasta     Macaroni and Cheese Recipes     Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup unroasted cashews
1 cup vegetable broth
3 tablespoons nutritional yeast flakes
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons white miso
2 teaspoons onion powder
½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
black pepper to taste
8 ounces small shell pasta or macaroni
1 ½ cups arugula

Steps:

  • Blend cashews, broth, yeast, lemon juice, miso, and onion powder in a high-powered blender (such as a Vitamix®), scraping down sides with a spatula until completely smooth. Season with salt and pepper, keeping in mind that you want it just a little saltier than usual because it's going to be poured over other ingredients.
  • Meanwhile, bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta according to package directions.
  • Drain, return to pot, and stir in cashew sauce. Cook over low heat, stirring, until sauce thickens a bit and everything is deliciously creamy, about 3 minutes. Stir in arugula (if using) and add more salt, if needed. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 429.7 calories, Carbohydrate 57.2 g, Fat 16.8 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 17.6 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 525 mg, Sugar 5.6 g

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