Easy Baked Cheezy Mac
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp vegan butter
- 1 lb uncooked pasta (macaroni or another small shape)
- 4 1/2 cups store-bought plant milk (oat, soy or cashew for creaminess) + 1 1/2 cups water
- 7oz vegan cheddar, shreds or slices
- 7oz vegan smoked gouda or smoked provolone (or additional cheddar), shreds or slices
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp mustard powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, or to taste
Preparation
Preheat the oven to 375 ºf
Add the vegan butter to a 3 to 4 quart baking dish or 9x13-inch baking dish and place in the oven to melt
Remove once melted and spread the melted butter to coat the pan
Put the uncooked macaroni into the dish and mix in the cheese, salt, garlic powder, and mustard powder to evenly distribute
If using slices of cheese tear or chop before adding
Pour in the plant-based milk and water, and gently stir to combine
Cover the pan with a lid, aluminum foil, or an overturned baking sheet that's large enough to cover the dish and trap the steam
Bake for 40 minutes, stirring halfway through
Check a noodle for doneness, it should be tender at this point, if not continue to cook until it is tender
Uncover the baking dish, sprinkle smoked paprika over top, and bake an additional 5-20 minutes until the top gets crispy to your liking
Let cool for a few minutes before serving! ?
