Vegan Macaroni and Cheese with Sausage

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with a plant-based twist—Vegan Macaroni and Cheese with Sausage. This creamy, dairy-free dish features tender vegan elbow macaroni coated in a luscious cashew-based cheese sauce, bursting with the savory flavors of nutritional yeast, smoked paprika, and a hint of zesty lemon. Slices of flavorful vegan sausage add a hearty, protein-packed element, making this recipe as satisfying as it is wholesome. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy-to-make meal is perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings with friends. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness, this vegan macaroni and cheese is a one-pan wonder that's both nutritious and delicious. Whether you're vegan, dairy-free, or just exploring new flavors, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams Vegan elbow macaroni
• 2 links Vegan sausage
• 1 cup Cashews
• 0.25 cup Nutritional yeast
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 cup Vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Begin by soaking the cashews in hot water for about 10 minutes to soften them. This will make them easier to blend.

Step 2

While the cashews are soaking, cook the vegan macaroni according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside once cooked.

Step 3

Slice the vegan sausage links into bite-sized pieces and set aside.

Step 4

Drain the soaked cashews and add them to a blender along with nutritional yeast, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, almond milk, and vegetable broth. Blend on high until the mixture is smooth and creamy.

Step 5

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced vegan sausage pieces and cook for about 5-7 minutes until they are browned. Remove and set them aside.

Step 6

In the same skillet, pour in the blended cheese sauce and cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the sauce is warm and slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.

Step 7

Add the cooked macaroni and sausage pieces to the skillet with the sauce. Stir well to ensure the macaroni and sausage are evenly coated with the cheese sauce.

Step 8

Cook everything together for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 9

Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley for an extra burst of flavor and color.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1010.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2262.2

Total Fat 93.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 12.6g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3432.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 292.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.0g	0%
Total Sugars 15.3g
Protein 80.5g	0%

Vitamin D 87.8IU	0%
Calcium 651.2mg	0%
Iron 19.1mg	0%
Potassium 1926.1mg	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: 36.2%

Protein: 13.8%

Carbs: 50.0%