Mac N Cheese - Wild West Recipe
pasta shells, house cashew cheese sauce, tempeh bacon, bbq sauce, jalapeños, french fried onions
Was this page helpful?
Help improve this recipe for others.
Send this recipe to your inbox.
We'll email it straight to you - plus weekly cooking inspiration.
Ingredients
Some product links may be affiliates. If you buy through them, you're supporting the site and Pekin may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
Prepare the Cashew Cheese Sauce
Soak the cashew nuts in water for at least 2 hours, then drain. In a blender, combine soaked cashews, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, water, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy.
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add the pasta shells. Cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Cook the Tempeh Bacon
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the tempeh bacon until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat.
Combine Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta shells, cashew cheese sauce, crispy tempeh bacon, BBQ sauce, and sliced jalapeños. Mix well until everything is coated.
Bake the Mac N Cheese
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the mixture to a baking dish. Top with French fried onions. Bake for 20 minutes until heated through and the top is golden.
Serve
Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your Wild West Mac N Cheese!