Insane Dairy Free, Gluten Free Homemade Mac and Cheese

Ingredients

• 1 pound gluten-free elbow macaroni

• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk

• 1 cup unsweetened cashew milk

• 1/4 cup nutritional yeast

• 1/4 cup vegan butter

• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

• Salt and pepper to taste

• 1 cup crumbled bacon

• 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs

• 2 tablespoons melted vegan butter

Instructions

1. Cook the macaroni: Cook the macaroni according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2. Make the cheese sauce: In a large saucepan, melt the vegan butter over medium heat. Whisk in the nutritional yeast, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and nutmeg. Cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in the almond milk and cashew milk until smooth. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly.

3. Add the breadcrumbs: Stir in the panko breadcrumbs and cook for 1 minute more. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

4. Combine the ingredients: Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir to coat.

5. Bake: Transfer the macaroni and cheese to a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Top with the crumbled bacon. Bake in a preheated 350°F oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.

6. Serve: Serve immediately and enjoy!

This dairy-free version of mac and cheese uses nutritional yeast to create a cheesy flavor. The combination of almond milk and cashew milk provides a creamy texture.

For an even more insane twist, add any of the following ingredients:

• Truffles: Shave black or white truffles over the finished dish.

• Lobster: Add cooked lobster meat to the cheese sauce.

• Hot sauce: Add a splash of your favorite hot sauce for some extra heat.

• Fried chicken skin: Crumble fried chicken skin and add it to the panko breadcrumbs.

This over-the-top mac and cheese recipe is sure to impress your friends and family. Enjoy!