Difficulty: Easy | Serves: 3–4
Craving classic mac and cheese but avoiding dairy or allergens? This Dairy-Free Mac & “Cheese” delivers the same creamy, cheesy comfort—without any milk, butter, or nuts. Made from a silky blend of vegetables, plant milk, and nutritional yeast, it’s a cozy bowl of allergen-safe joy. Perfect for families, lunchboxes, or anyone embracing a plant-based lifestyle.
📜 Why Go Dairy-Free?
“Comfort food shouldn’t come with compromise.”
Whether you’re lactose-intolerant, vegan, or managing allergies, mac and cheese is one dish that’s hard to let go of. This version is inspired by decades of plant-based adaptations—especially those found in soul food and wellness-focused communities.
The secret to the sauce? Cooked carrots, potatoes, and yeast flakes blend into a velvety, cheese-like coating for your pasta of choice.
Ingredients for Dairy-Free Mac & “Cheese”
☑️ 8 oz elbow pasta (gluten-free if needed)
☑️ 1 cup peeled, diced potatoes
☑️ ½ cup chopped carrots
☑️ ¼ cup nutritional yeast
☑️ ½ cup unsweetened plant milk (soy, oat, or rice)
☑️ 2 tbsp olive oil or vegan butter
☑️ ½ tsp garlic powder
☑️ ½ tsp onion powder
☑️ 1 tsp lemon juice or apple cider vinegar
☑️ Salt & pepper to taste
👩🍳 How to Make Dairy-Free Mac & “Cheese”
🥕 Step 1: Cook the Veggies
1️⃣ Boil potatoes and carrots in water until soft (10–12 minutes). Drain.
🧀 Step 2: Blend the Sauce
1️⃣ In a blender, combine cooked veggies, plant milk, nutritional yeast, oil, garlic powder, onion powder, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
2️⃣ Blend until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning as needed.
🍝 Step 3: Mix & Serve
1️⃣ Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and return to pot.
2️⃣ Pour sauce over pasta and stir until fully coated. Serve warm.
💖 Why You’ll Love Dairy-Free Mac & “Cheese”
☑️ Creamy, tangy, and satisfying—without dairy or nuts
☑️ Budget-friendly and kid-approved
☑️ Nutrient-packed from whole veggies
☑️ Perfect for allergy-friendly households
“Mac & cheese made for everyone at the table.”
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