Soulful Green Mac and Cheese

This vegan mac and cheese gets a flavorful upgrade with the addition of collard greens, kale, and spinach. The creamy sauce is made with almond milk, nutritional yeast, and a touch of smoked paprika for a rich and smoky flavor.

Mac and cheese is a classic comfort food that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. But what if you could make it even more delicious and nutritious? That's where this recipe for Soulful Green Mac and Cheese comes in.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 30 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 (16-ounce) package elbow macaroni
• 1 cup chopped collard greens
• 1 cup chopped kale
• 1/2 cup chopped spinach
• 1/4 cup vegan butter
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 3 cups unsweetened almond milk
• 1/2 cup nutritional yeast
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cook macaroni according to package directions.
3. While macaroni is cooking, steam greens until tender.
4. In a large saucepan, melt butter and whisk in flour.
5. Gradually whisk in almond milk until smooth.
6. Bring to a simmer and cook until thickened.
7. Stir in nutritional yeast, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
8. Add macaroni and greens to the sauce and stir to combine.

Why It Works

• The collard greens, kale, and spinach add a pop of color and a boost of nutrients to the dish.
• The almond milk and nutritional yeast create a creamy and cheesy sauce without the use of dairy.
• The smoked paprika adds a subtle smoky flavor that complements the greens and cheese.