It’s World Vegan Day.
Although veganism has been around for thousands of years, the term was made popular in the 1940s, 100 years after the Vegan Society was formed in the UK. In 1988 the definition was expanded from simply what was eaten to include not using animals for any purpose – food, clothing, etc.
Recent years have shown studies that indicate eating less animal product is better for our bodies and the environment.
So today is a good day to give veganism a try. Once you’ve tried it, you’ll find it’s not only easy, but also delicious!
Here’s How to Do it:
I bought all my ingredients at Whole Foods. Trader Joe’s would likely have everything as well.
Start by cooking the pasta. Be sure to save out 1 cup of the pasta liquid for the sauce.
Melt 2 Tablespoons of the butter in a heavy sauce pan. Add the flour and cook, stirring frequently until it starts to lightly brown.
Using a whisk, slowly stir in the cream and simmer gently until it begins to thicken.
Remove from the heat. Add the pasta and the remaining butter to the sauce. Mix well.
Add salt and pepper to taste (I used sea salt and fresh cracked pepper).
Stir in the cheese and transfer it all to a casserole dish.
Bake at 350° for about 30 to 35 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and lightly brown.
Remove from the oven and top with the smoked paprika.
Serve hot!!
© Copyright 2021 The Lazy Gastronome
Eating vegan is good for our bodies and good for the environment. This recipe is a great way to start eating less animal product.
- 3 cups cooked, egg free macaroni (brown rice pasta is usually vegan)
- 3 Tablespoons vegan "butter" (earth balance is a good choice)
- 1 Tablespoon all-purpose flour (use gluten free to make tis FG as well as vegan)
- 1/2 cup pasta water
- 1/2 cup plant based cream or half and half (be sure it is not sweetened)
- 2 cup shredded "cheddar" plant based cheese
- salt and pepper to taste
- smoked paprika for the top
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Start by cooking the pasta. Be sure to save out 1/2 cup of the pasta liquid for the sauce.
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Melt 2 Tablespoons of the butter in a heavy sauce pan. Add the flour and cook, stirring frequently until it starts to lightly brown.
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Using a whisk, slowly stir in the cream and simmer gently until it begins to thicken.
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Remove from the heat. Add the pasta and the remaining butter to the sauce. Mix well.
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Add salt and pepper to taste (I used sea salt and fresh cracked pepper).
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Stir in the cheese and transfer it all to a casserole dish.
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Bake at 350° for about 30 to 35 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and lightly brown.
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Remove from the oven and top with the smoked paprika.
Serve hot!!
© Copyright 2021 The Lazy Gastronome
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This still sounds like a delicious version of mac-n-cheese even if it is vegan. I haven’t found too many items that are vegan that sound good to me.
If you’re looking for the full dairy version, it will be different. Like the difference between pork and turkey bacon. They aren’t really interchangeable, but on their own merit, they are both tasty. Same thing with vegan. I hope you’ll give it a try and tell me what you think!
YUM! Thanks so much for linking up at the 25 and Done Link Party 1. Shared onto Fb, Pn, and Tw!
wow!! You’re fast!! LOL – Have a fabulous day! And thanks for the party. what a fun idea!
You need to stop!
This looks positively addicting! I tried some of that brand’s cheese slices, and they are th best I’ve had! Love them!
I’m saving this recipe too! Looks different from mine and very tasty!
Laurie
Ridge Haven Homestead
Sunday Sunshine Blog Hop
Thank you Laurie!! I’m glad you like it – and thanks for stopping by!! Have a wonderful week.
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Sounds like a great idea to make vegan mac n cheese. Would love to try out for one of my house parties. Thanks for sharing this, dear!
Thanks Pauline. My carnivore husband even liked it!! I hope you do too!