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Baked Vegan Mac n’ Cheese (Gluten, Soy, & Nut Free!)

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Baked Mac n’ Cheese is the perfect side dish to any potluck, get together, or party! It’s quick, simple, and easy. You can even add some extra flair by adding in some bacon! Everything is better with bacon. So let’s get cooking…

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6-8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 16 oz gf elbow macaroni, or penne
  • ⅓ cup vegan soy free butter
  • ⅓ cup gf all-purpose flour 
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp white pepper
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/8 tsp smoked paprika
  • ⅛ tsp cayenne pepper
  • 3 ½ cups oat milk, OR of choice
  • 12 oz vegan cheddar cheese, for sauce
  • 8 oz vegan cheddar cheese, for topping
  • 1/2 lb. bacon for topping, optional

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the macaroni, cook for 7-8 minutes. Noodles should be slightly pliable but firm (not cooked all the way). Strain and set aside.
  3. In a large pot over medium heat, melt the vegan butter.
  4. Sprinkle the flour, salt, white pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper over the melted butter, whisking until smooth and the mixture has thickened slightly.
  5. Add in milk gradually, till all has been incorporated to the sauce.
  6. Stir 12 oz of the vegan cheddar cheese into the sauce until melted. Stir in the macaroni.
  7. Pour into a 9×13 baking dish. Top with the remaining 8oz cheese and the bacon. 
  8. Bake at 375 F for 30 minutes, till noodles are thoroughly cooked and the top begins to golden. Alternatively, bake for 15 mins and broil on high for 4-5 mins, watching the top of your baked Mac n’ cheese carefully, as to not burn the top. Pull out when golden brown.

ENJOY!

  • Author: Nikki
  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 35