The BEST Vegan Mac N' Cheese Recipe | Healthy Hacks With Katie Austin

nutritional yeast

🥗Healthier: brewer's yeast

💰Cheaper: parmesan-style vegan cheese

Brewer's yeast provides a similar flavor profile.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: soy milk

Soy milk is often more affordable and still creamy.

cashews

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: silken tofu

Silken tofu is a budget-friendly alternative that blends well.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: ground oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Crushed crackers can provide a similar texture and flavor.

Boil carrots and cauliflower until soft.

In a blender, combine boiled carrots, cauliflower, paprika, nutritional yeast, garlic salt, olive oil, and a tiny splash of almond milk.

Be cautious with the almond milk as the cauliflower and carrot hold a lot of water; ensure the sauce remains thick.

Blend until smooth, shaking the blender as needed to ensure everything is mixed well.

Transfer the cheese sauce to a bowl.

Cook macaroni according to package instructions until al dente, then drain.

Mix the cooked macaroni with the cheese sauce until well combined.

Taste the mixture to ensure it has the desired flavor.

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