Vegan Kimchi Mac n' Cheese | One Pot Recipe

nutritional yeast

🥗Healthier: brewer's yeast

💰Cheaper: parmesan-style vegan cheese

Brewer's yeast offers a similar flavor profile while being less expensive.

cashews

🥗Healthier: silken tofu

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Sunflower seeds provide a nut-free creamy texture at a lower cost.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: soy milk

Soy milk is often more affordable and provides a similar creaminess.

vegan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: none

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Cook macaroni according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.

In a blender, combine soaked cashews, coconut milk, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, salt, and lemon juice; blend until smooth.

In a large bowl, mix the cooked macaroni with the blended sauce until well coated.

Fold in chopped kimchi and half of the green onions.

Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with bread crumbs and remaining green onions.

Drizzle with olive oil for added crispiness.

Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F until golden and bubbly, about 20-25 minutes.

Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving.

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