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Pumpkin and Broccoli Mac & 'Cheese'
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Prep time 30mins
Cook time 15mins
Serves or Makes: 6
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ingredients
- 1 cup cashews, soaked
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 ribs celery, chopped
- 1/4 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic
- 3 tablespoons white miso
- 1/2 cup nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 head broccoli, cut into florets
- 12 ounces pasta of choice
- 1/2 teaspoons salt and pepper, or more to taste
Method
Step 1
Fill a pot with water 1/4" high and add celery, onion, and garlic. Steam over medium heat until veggies are soft.
Step 2
Meanwhile, cook the pasta. In the last 2-3 minutes of cooking, add in broccoli florets. Drain and set aside.
Step 3
Transfer the steamed veggies, leftover water from steaming, and remaining ingredients (except pasta & broccoli) to a blender and blend until smooth. Taste and add salt as needed.
Step 4
Pour sauce into a pot and heat on medium low, stirring frequently to prevent burning. You don't need to boil it (it will splatter), just heat it to a warm enough temperature for eating. Add in the cooked pasta and broccoli and stir to coat. Turn off heat and keep covered until ready to eat.
Step 5
Serve with hot sauce, avocado, smoky tofu, or any other desired toppings.