Learn how to make Creamy Mac and Cheese with this easy step-by-step recipe.
Conclusion
I hope you enjoy making this Creamy Mac and Cheese. It's one of my favorite recipes!
Ingredients
- 4 cups Macaroni: Precooked is ideal. For a gluten-free version, simply use your favorite GF pasta.
- 2 Tbs Vegan Butter: Provides richness and helps start the sauce.
- 10 oz Vegan Cheddar, finely cut: The primary cheese flavor. Finely cutting it helps it melt faster and more evenly.
- 7 oz Vegan Cream Cheese: Adds incredible creaminess and body to the sauce.
- 1 batch Vegan Parmesan Cheese: A quick blend (typically of nuts, nutritional yeast, and salt) that adds a salty, umami kick.
- 1 cup Almond Milk: Keeps the sauce fluid and light. Any unsweetened plant milk works.
- 2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Smoked Paprika (optional): For a subtle smoky depth.
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Start out with a large casserole or pot and melt vegan butter on low heat. Now add the vegan cheddar and also melt it while stirring all the time. Still on low heat – this is important!
- When the cheddar and butter are combined to a smooth mix, stir in the vegan cream cheese. Then add plant milk and parmesan and combine everything to a smooth sauce.
- Finally, give precooked macaroni to the pot, mix well, and season with salt and pepper, garlic, onion powder (and optional smoked paprika). Heat everything for 5 minutes, then serve in bowl or on plates.
