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Cozy Sweet Potato Macaroni Bake

This cozy sweet potato macaroni bake is a healthier version of vegan mac and cheese!
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes

Ingredients
  

Sweet Potato Macaroni Bake

  • 1 1/2 Cups Sweet Potato depends on size; can be between 1-3 potatoes, cubed
  • 1 lb Whole Wheat or Gluten Free Pasta of your choice
  • 1 Cup Cashews soaked 4 hours or overnight
  • 3/4 Cup Almond Milk
  • 1/3 Cup Nutritional Yeast
  • 1/2 Tbs Miso
  • 1/2 Tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 Tsp Salt
  • 1/8 Tsp Cumin
  • 1/8 Tsp Chili Powder

Crunchy Topping

  • 3/4 Cup Sunflower Seeds
  • 1/4 Cup Nutritional Yeast

Instructions
 

Macaroni Bake

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Start by cooking your pasta according to manufacturer's directions. When done cooking, strain and set aside.
  • Then, get your sweet potatoes ready. For this recipe I used two medium sweet potatoes, but ultimately you will want 1 and 1/2 cups of cubed sweet potato when done.
  • Peel sweet potatoes, and chop into cubes.
  • On a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, bake sweet potato cubes for about 15 minutes, or until soft.
  • Measure out 1 and 1/2 cups of the cooked sweet potato, and add to a blender with your cashews, almond milk, nutritional yeast, miso, and spices. Blend on high until mixture is smooth and creamy.
  • Pour sauce over pasta and mix well, then transfer to an oven-safe casserole dish or pan.
  • Bake macaroni in the oven for 20-30 minutes.

Crunchy Topping

  • In a food processor, combine sunflower seeds and nutritional yeast. Pulse until mixture is combined but still fairly chunky.
  • Pour as much topping as desired over your macaroni bake.
  • Broil macaroni bake in the oven for about 3-4 minutes, keeping an eye on it to ensure it doesn't burn!
  • Serve hot and enjoy!