Juicy Pink Mac and Cheese Recipe
A vibrant and dairy-free twist on classic macaroni and cheese, featuring a creamy pink sauce made with beet juice for a fun and colorful meal. This recipe is perfect for those seeking a plant-based comfort food with an eye-catching presentation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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Mac and Cheese
- 1 recipe of dairy-free macaroni and cheese (without broccoli) or 1 box of your favorite store-bought mac and cheese
Pink Sauce
- 1/4 cup beet juice from a can or 2–4 drops natural red food coloring
Instructions
- Prepare the Pasta: Cook your chosen pasta according to the package instructions until al dente to ensure the perfect texture. Once cooked, drain the pasta and set it aside.
- Blend the Sauce Ingredients: In a blender or food processor, combine your pre-prepared veggies for the dairy-free sauce. Add beet juice starting with a small amount and gradually increase until the sauce reaches your desired vibrant pink color. Blend the mixture until it becomes smooth and creamy.
- Combine the Sauce and Pasta: Transfer the blended pink sauce to a large pot over low heat. Add the drained pasta to the pot and gently stir to coat all the pasta evenly with the sauce. Continue warming the mixture gently, stirring occasionally, until everything is heated through.
- Serve and Enjoy: Once the pasta and sauce are fully combined and hot, serve the mac and cheese immediately to enjoy its creamy texture and beautiful color.
Notes
- You can use store-bought mac and cheese as a convenient shortcut or make your own dairy-free version for a healthier option.
- Adjust the amount of beet juice or natural red food coloring based on your preferred intensity of color.
- This recipe is dairy-free and can be suitable for vegans depending on the macaroni and cheese base used.
- Cooking the pasta al dente helps maintain the pasta’s texture when mixed with the sauce.
Keywords: pink mac and cheese, dairy-free mac and cheese, vegan mac and cheese, beet juice mac and cheese, colorful comfort food
Find it online: https://cookwithruby.com/juicy-pink-mac-and-cheese-recipe/
