Vegan Mac and Cheese

Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese

Nothing like some great comfort food, even when you’re vegan. The fact that it’s healthy for you is just a plus!

Shopping List:

• 1 Small Butternut Squash (or bag of cubed butternut squash if you’re going to make it very soon)

• 1 Cup Raw Cashews, unsalted

• 1 tsp Garlic Powder

• 1 tsp Onion Powder

• 1/2 Cup Nutritional Yeast

• 1 Cup Plant Based Milk (we use Oat Milk)

• 1/2 tsp Salt (to taste)

• Smoke Paprika (garnish)

• Rosemary (garnish)

• 1 Box pasta of choice

• High Speed Blender

Instructions (Serves 4):

• Boil cubed squash for approximately 9 minutes (or until squash is fork tender)

• Drain squash, add to blender

• Add all other ingredients, except pasta

• Blend until creamy

• Make pasta according to instructions on box, drain and return pasta to pot

• Add cheese to pot and stir together well

• Season to taste (for a sharper “cheese” flavor, add a small amount of white vinegar)

• Plate and sprinkle with Smoked Paprika and Rosemary to taste

Options:

• Mix in air fried broccoli