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Buffalo Cauliflower Mac
[Vegan]

VR By: Vegan Mac and Cheese, Robin Robertson

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Buffalo Cauliflower Mac [Vegan]

4-6

Dairy Free

Vegan

Buffalo cauliflower has been making the rounds, so it should come as no surprise that it turns up in a mac uncheese. The cheesy, saucy macaroni is a perfect foil for the spicy hot cauliflower!

Ingredients You Need for Buffalo Cauliflower Mac [Vegan]

For the Sauce:

1 large russet potato, cut into 1-inch (2.5 cm) chunks
1 large carrot, cut into 1-inch (2.5 cm) chunks
2 1/2 cups (600 ml) vegetable broth
2/3 cup (40 g) nutritional yeast
2 tablespoons (30 ml) tamari
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt

For the Cauliflower:

1 head cauliflower, cored and cut into bite-size pieces
Olive oil cooking spray, for the cauliflower
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt
1/3 cup (80 ml) hot pepper sauce, preferably Frank's RedHot
4 tablespoons (56 g) vegan butter, melted
1 tablespoon (15 ml) apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon paprika

For the Pasta:

16 ounces (454 g) elbow macaroni, or other small pasta

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How to Prepare Buffalo Cauliflower Mac [Vegan]

To Make the Sauce:

In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, combine the potato, carrot, and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender when pierced with a fork. Carefully transfer the mixture to a blender or food processor. Add the nutritional yeast, tamari, onion powder, and garlic powder and season with salt. Blend until smooth. Set aside.
Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

To Make the Cauliflower:

Arrange the cauliflower in a single layer on the prepared sheet.
Spray the cauliflower with cooking spray and sprinkle with the garlic powder and salt.
Roast for 20 minutes or until softened. Transfer to a large bowl and add the hot sauce, butter, vinegar, and paprika. Stir well to coat. Return the cauliflower to the baking sheet (you may want to use a new sheet of parchment) and arrange it in a single layer. Bake for 10 minutes more.

To Make the Pasta:

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook according to the package directions until al dente.
Drain well and return it to the pot.

Nutritional Information

Note: The information shown is based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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