Vegan Classic Macaroni Pie

Indulge in the comforting flavors of this Vegan Classic Macaroni Pie—a plant-based twist on the ultimate crowd-pleaser! This recipe transforms traditional macaroni pie into a creamy, cheesy, and completely dairy-free delight, featuring a rich cashew-based sauce infused with nutritional yeast, garlic, and onion powders for bold, savory flavor. Smooth almond milk and a touch of turmeric add depth and golden hue, while a crispy breadcrumb topping takes it to the next level. Easy to make and perfect for weeknight dinners or potlucks, this hearty vegan casserole is baked to perfection to deliver an irresistible golden crust with every bite. Ready in just about an hour and serving six portions, this macaroni pie is proof that comfort food can be both delicious and plant-based.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 250 grams Elbow macaroni
• 150 grams Cashews
• 60 grams Nutritional yeast
• 500 milliliters Unsweetened almond milk
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Mustard powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon Turmeric
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
• 50 grams Bread crumbs

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the macaroni and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

While the pasta cooks, place the cashews in a bowl and cover them with hot water. Let them soak for 10 minutes.

Step 4

Drain the cashews and add them to a blender along with the nutritional yeast, almond milk, garlic powder, onion powder, mustard powder, paprika, turmeric, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.

Step 5

In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the coconut oil. Pour in the cashew sauce and cook, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 6

Remove the sauce from the heat and combine it with the cooked macaroni. Mix until the macaroni is thoroughly coated.

Step 7

Pour the macaroni mixture into a greased baking dish and spread evenly.

Step 8

Sprinkle the breadcrumbs evenly over the top of the macaroni.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy.

Step 10

Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1069.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2646.0

Total Fat 111.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 38.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 13.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3126.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 310.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.9g	0%
Total Sugars 20.6g
Protein 105.9g	0%

Vitamin D 185.6IU	0%
Calcium 1083.6mg	0%
Iron 28.3mg	0%
Potassium 2445.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.6%

Protein: 15.9%

Carbs: 46.5%