GOODLES Mac and Cheese
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GOODLES Mac and Cheese
Description
This vegan mac and cheese recipe uses ready-made GOODLES macaroni and cheese packets prepared according to package instructions. To elevate the dish, a quarter cup of vegan butter and a cup of plant-based milk are incorporated to add creaminess. Before the pasta finishes cooking, thawed mixed vegetables are stirred in and covered briefly to warm through without losing texture.
The dish is garnished with black pepper and optionally with parsley or crushed red pepper flakes for a mild heat and freshness. Cooking the vegetables briefly with the macaroni ensures they remain tender yet retain some bite. The instructions emphasize the importance of properly thawing and draining frozen vegetables beforehand to avoid sogginess.
Served immediately upon completion, this mac and cheese can be personalized by experimenting with other vegetable combinations or seasonings. It offers a simple way to boost a packaged vegan meal with added texture and flavor.
Following the packaging instructions prevents under- or overcooking the pasta, maintaining the desired consistency. Adapting add-ons to suit taste preferences is encouraged to make the dish your own.
Ingredients
- 3 boxes Mac and Cheese GOODLES Brand
- ¼ cup vegan butter
- 1 cup plant-based milk
- 2 to 3 cups vegetable mix thawed, frozen
- black pepper garnish, pinch
- parsley garnish (optional, chopped
- crushed red pepper garnish (optional
Instructions
- Cook the vegan mac n cheese according to package instructions.
- When the vegan mac n cheese is 2 minutes out from being ready, stir in the frozen veggies. Mix well, cover with a lid, and continue cooking until for the additional 2 minutes.
- Serve immediately and sprinkle black pepper, parsely, or crushed red pepper (if using).
Notes
- Thaw and drain frozen vegetables well before adding them to prevent excess moisture and sogginess.
- Follow the package instructions carefully to avoid overcooking or undercooking the vegan macaroni.
- Feel free to customize the dish by adding different vegetables or seasonings to suit your taste.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 365 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 365kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 49g | 16% |
| Protein | 15g | 30% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 2g | 100% |
| Sodium | 212mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 202mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 0.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 4713IU | 94% |
| Vitamin C | 11mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 100mg | 10% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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