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Tini's Mac and Cheese

Tini’s Mac and Cheese

  • Author: Jonathan
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Tini’s Mac and Cheese is a warm, creamy, and smoky plant-based comfort food featuring a velvety cheese sauce paired with smoky turkey bacon. This easy-to-make recipe transforms classic macaroni and cheese into a flavorful, satisfying dish perfect for any meal or gathering.

Ingredients

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Pasta

  • 2 cups macaroni pasta

Cheese Sauce

  • 1 cup plant-based cheese, shredded
  • 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar (natural)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 clove fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Smoky Bacon

  • 4 slices smoked turkey bacon

Instructions

  1. Cook the Pasta: Boil the macaroni pasta in salted water until al dente for a firm bite. Drain and set aside while you prepare the sauce.
  2. Prepare the Smoked Turkey Bacon: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the smoked turkey bacon until crisp and browned. Remove from the pan, chop into bite-sized pieces, and set aside the drippings in the pan for extra flavor.
  3. Make the Cheese Sauce: Using the skillet with bacon drippings, whisk in the flour and cook for about two minutes. Gradually add unsweetened almond milk while whisking to avoid lumps. Stir in plant-based cheese, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), apple cider vinegar (natural), smoked paprika, and minced fresh garlic. Add the natural gelling agent and stir until the sauce thickens to a velvety texture.
  4. Combine Everything: Add the cooked macaroni and chopped smoked turkey bacon into the sauce, folding gently to coat every piece. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed to balance the flavors.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Serve warm, garnished as desired, and enjoy a comforting, creamy mac and cheese with a smoky twist.

Notes

  • Reserve a cup of pasta water to adjust sauce consistency if needed.
  • Cook pasta just until al dente to maintain texture.
  • Add plant-based cheese off the heat to avoid graininess.
  • Cook garlic and paprika in bacon drippings for deeper flavor.
  • Let the dish rest a few minutes before serving to meld flavors.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: mac and cheese, plant-based cheese, smoked turkey bacon, creamy pasta, comfort food, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, smoky mac and cheese

Find it online: https://familycookspot.com/tinis-mac-and-cheese/