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Vegan Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 1 cup raw cashews, soaked in water for 4 hours
- 1/2 cup nutritional yeast
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 12 oz macaroni pasta
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the cubed butternut squash on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast for 25-30 minutes, or until tender.
- In a blender, combine the soaked cashews, roasted butternut squash, nutritional yeast, olive oil, garlic, onion powder, dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Cook the macaroni pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and return to the pot.
- Pour the butternut squash sauce over the cooked macaroni and stir to combine. Heat over low heat until the sauce is heated through.
- Serve the vegan butternut squash mac and cheese hot and enjoy!
Vegan Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese is a creamy, comforting dish that has gained popularity in recent years as a healthier, plant-based alternative to traditional mac and cheese. This dish has its roots in the vegan and plant-based food movement, with chefs and home cooks experimenting with creative ways to make classic comfort foods without animal products. One of the earliest known versions of Vegan Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese can be traced back to the innovative chefs in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States, where a focus on fresh, seasonal produce and sustainable cooking practices has long been a culinary hallmark. The key to a delicious Vegan Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese lies in the velvety smoothness of the butternut squash sauce, which is often enhanced with nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor, and seasoned with garlic, onion, and a hint of nutmeg. The dish is typically served with elbow macaroni or other pasta of choice, and topped with a crunchy breadcrumb topping before being baked to golden perfection. Today, some of the best versions of Vegan Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese can be found in trendy vegan eateries and health-conscious cafes in urban centers known for their vibrant food scenes, such as Portland, Oregon and Vancouver, British Columbia. For those looking to recreate this dish at home, sourcing high-quality butternut squash and nutritional yeast is essential for achieving the rich, savory flavor that makes this vegan mac and cheese a standout.
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4
380 calories
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