5.29.2016

LOW-FAT, VEGAN MAC AND CHEESE



To be honest, I'm still working on this combination.  It changes every time I make it.  Now, there are definitely ways to make it more decadent/creamy/traditional, but this is a recipe that's compatible with the High Carb/Low Fat Vegan lifestyle.  I don't follow that perfectly (all "indulgences" are vegan, though!), but it's what I try to stick to.

This recipe serves 2.

What you'll need:
  • A high power blender
  • 1 box of Mueller's Gluten Free Elbows
  • 1 large (or two small) potato
  • 1/2 A regular sized tomato
  • 1/4 a large onion
  • 1-2 cloves of garlic, depending on your taste
  • 3-4 tablespoons nutritional yeast
  • 1/4 cup of water
  • The juice of nearly 1/2 a lemon
  • Salt and pepper to taste

























Steps:
  1. Cook the pasta according to the package directions and set aside.  I let mine cook for 6 of the recommended 6-8 minutes.
  2. Peel, cook, and chop your potatoes.  This can be done by boiling or steaming on the stove-top until the're fork tender or with the microwave (Wrap potatoes in saran wrap, poke a few holes, cover them, and press the potato button.).
  3. While the potatoes are cooking, chop the onion, garlic, and tomato and put them into a blender. Add the potatoes once they're done.
  4. Add your desired amount of salt (I do about 2-3 pinches of it) and pepper, the lemon juice, and enough water to get it blended.  I start with the 1/4 cup, but depending on the size of my potatoes, I may need more.
  5. Pour the elbows back into your pot, add the sauce, and mix.  If you want it to be cheesier, add more nutritional yeast (get that B-12!).  If you want it to be tangier, add more lemon juice.  If you've added too much water, you may need to add a bit more potato.


Enjoy! 

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