Healthy Plant-Based Macaroni and Cheese
If you're craving something rich and cheesy but don't want to load up on fat and calories, then this dish is for you! Made with plant-based ingredients like butternut squash, nutritional yeast, and chickpeas, this Healthy Plant-Based Macaroni and Cheese is wholesome and satisfying.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4
Ingredients
- 4 Servings Chickpea Pasta of Choice
- 1/4 Cup Raw Cashews, Pre-soaked 1 hour
- 10 Ounces Butternut Squash, Cooked
- 1/3 Cup Nutritional Yeast
- 1/4 Cup Plain Almond Milk
- 2 Cloves Garlic
- Salt and Pepper to Taste
Instructions
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Make 4 servings of chickpea pasta per the instructions provided. Then drain and set aside.
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To make the cheese sauce, add all remaining ingredients to a food processor or blender and blend until smooth.
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Add the cheese sauce to a small saucepan on medium heat. Heat the sauce to desired temperature then add in the cooked pasta and stir until the pasta is covered in "cheese". Enjoy!
