Vegan Hamburger Helper Inspired Cheesy Pasta
" This super creamy vegan mac and cheese is deeply rich and ultra-satisfying with a vegan hamburger helper twist. Ready in under 30 minutes, picky-eater approved and would give any box of Hamburger Helper a run for it’s money. In a nutshell, this is just vegan macaroni and cheese with no-beef grounds drenched in a creamy, rich and cheesy sauce. Can you say, “Vegan Hamburger Helper Recipe”?! Your vegan mac and cheese with a twist is bound to be a family favorite. Sounds easy right? It is but you have to make sure to get the vegan cheese sauce just right!"
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Using a quality full-fat coconut milk is going to make a big difference in this dish. STRONGLY recommend Aroy-D or Grace brands. These two do not have an overly strong coconut-y taste and are thick but melt into the sauce so nicely! ** If you frequent my blog or social media, you'll know that I adore Daiya block cheeses. They taste so different then their pre-grated products and add a much more authentic taste to sauces. However, use whatever works for you in this recipe!
Serves5 People
Cooking Time30 min
Ingredients
- 1 box 340g Macaroni
- 4 cup no-beef grounds
- 1 1/2 teaspoon neutral oil
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup no-beef broth
- 1/4 cup butter
- 2 tablespoon 1 to 1 Gluten Free Flour
- 1 can full fat coconut milk
- 2 tablespoon nutritional yeast
- .5 cup grated cheddar
- .5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- .5 teaspoon ground mustard
- .5 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- salt & black pepper to taste
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Cook pasta according to manufacturers instructions, drain and set aside
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Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the grounds, onion and garlic. Cook until grounds have lightly browned, then add HALF the broth. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until most broth is absorbed.
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Stir in butter and flour, stirring well to incorporate. Once flour and butter are blended into grounds, add full-fat coconut milk.
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Add all other remaining ingredients and combine well. Pour pasta into sauce and toss to combine.