Vegan Homemade Annie's Style Mac and Cheese

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Vegan Homemade Annie's Style Mac and Cheese, a plant-based twist on the classic childhood favorite! Featuring tender elbow macaroni smothered in a creamy, nut-free cheese sauce crafted from nourishing ingredients like cashews, carrots, potatoes, and a hint of turmeric for that signature golden hue, this recipe is both delicious and wholesome. Nutritional yeast and Dijon mustard lend the sauce its cheesy tang, while paprika and garlic add layers of savory depth. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dairy-free, kid-approved dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Quick, easy, and satisfying, it’s a must-try for vegans and mac-and-cheese lovers alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 ounces Vegan elbow macaroni
• 0.5 cup Raw cashews
• 1 medium, peeled and chopped Carrot
• 1 medium, peeled and chopped Potato
• 0.5 small, chopped Onion
• 2 cloves, minced Garlic
• 0.5 cup Nutritional yeast
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.25 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1.5 cups Water
• 1 cup Vegetable broth

Directions

Step 1

Begin by soaking the raw cashews in hot water for 10 minutes, then drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, add chopped carrot, potato, and onion along with 1.5 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

Step 3

Cook the vegan elbow macaroni according to package directions. Drain and set aside.

Step 4

Once the vegetables are tender, transfer them along with the remaining cooking water to a blender.

Step 5

Add drained cashews, garlic, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, turmeric, paprika, salt, black pepper, and 1 cup of vegetable broth to the blender. Blend on high until you achieve a smooth, creamy sauce.

Step 6

Return the cooked macaroni to the pot over low heat and pour the vegan cheese sauce over the top. Stir to combine, ensuring all the pasta is coated with the sauce.

Step 7

Heat the mac and cheese for an additional 2-3 minutes until warmed through.

Step 8

Serve hot, and enjoy your delicious Vegan Annie's Style Mac and Cheese!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1199.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1509.7

Total Fat 37.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 4.5mg	0%
Sodium 3358.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 252.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.5g	0%
Total Sugars 19.5g
Protein 51.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 175.5mg	0%
Iron 11.2mg	0%
Potassium 2114.3mg	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: 21.9%

Protein: 13.2%

Carbs: 64.9%