Whole30 Cracker Barrel Mac and Cheese
Indulge in a comforting classic with a Whole30 twist—this Whole30 Cracker Barrel Mac and Cheese delivers all the creamy, cheesy flavor you crave while staying completely dairy-free and compliant! Made with cassava elbow pasta, a luscious sauce of unsweetened almond milk, coconut cream, and nutritional yeast, and seasoned with a savory blend of garlic powder, onion powder, and mustard, this recipe is a wholesome reinvention of the homestyle favorite. Tapioca starch and ghee create a velvety, cheese-like texture that clings beautifully to every bite of pasta. Ready in just 35 minutes, this gluten-free, grain-free, and paleo-friendly dish is perfect for dinner or as a side at your next gathering. Serve it piping hot and savor the nostalgia of classic mac and cheese without breaking your Whole30 commitment!
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Ingredients
- 8 ounces cassava elbow pasta
- 1.5 cups unsweetened almond milk
- 0.5 cup nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons ghee
- 2 tablespoons tapioca starch
- 0.5 cup coconut cream
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon dry mustard powder
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Begin by cooking the cassava elbow pasta according to the package instructions, then drain and set aside.
Step 2
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the unsweetened almond milk and ghee. Heat until the ghee is melted and the mixture is warm.
Step 3
Whisk in the tapioca starch until fully dissolved, making sure there are no lumps.
Step 4
Add the coconut cream to the saucepan and stir until the mixture becomes thick and creamy.
Step 5
Reduce the heat to low and mix in the nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, dry mustard powder, sea salt, and black pepper. Stir continuously until the sauce is smooth and well-blended.
Step 6
Add the cooked cassava pasta to the sauce, stirring gently to coat the pasta completely with the sauce.
Step 7
Continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the pasta to absorb some of the sauce and become more flavorful.
Step 8
Serve immediately while hot for the best taste and texture.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (774.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1669.3 |
| Total Fat 53.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 37.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.2g | |
| Cholesterol 80mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1448.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 278.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 69.3g | |
| Protein 13.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 131.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 737.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 484.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories