Plant Based Macaroni and Cheese: Mac & Cash!

[@katejackf]

1 onion chopped, sautéed 1 c raw cashews 1/4 c lemon juice 1 c oat milk Pinch salt Pulse in food processor Gradually add: 1/2 c roasted red peppers 3/4 c nutritional yeast 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp onion powder Blend until smooth Taste adjust seasoning if needed Mix cooked pasta & sauce in a large bowl. Add either chopped cherry tomatoes and fresh spinach OR add roasted corn & broccoli florets. Bake uncovered 425f (220c) for 20 minutes ❤❤❤

[@Radiancegrace]

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[@HesherGirl]

Thank you!

[@Julia-dr4g0n]

I make my sauce with well cooked butter beans, instead of cashew so it's lower in fat, but I add a little cashew butter. I love broccoli in mine with homemade chipotle grape tomato salsa. Such a comfort meal! 😋🤤 I love my kitchen scissors. I often use them to add green onion to my Asian dishes.

[@charliebecker4417]

Sounds great

[@tj6959]

Perhaps raw sunflower seeds could work as a cheaper option over cashews.

[@Julia-dr4g0n]

@@tj6959 I watch for sales on nuts and nut butters. I keep the nuts in the freezer. My cashew butter was buy one get one free, so I'm set for at least a year. 🤣

[@tj6959]

@@Julia-dr4g0n NICE!!!

[@kkapp4777]

I was wondering about a substitute for those of us doing Reversal...thank you for the suggestion of butter beans! I will add this to the recipe in the book! I do wish the recipes had a P or an R for Prevention or Reversal on the recipes since they are not all inclusive for Reversal of Heart Disease.

[@camithomas8219]

This is the best plant based Mac and cheese I've ever had! A new favorite for sure. Thank you Brian, Jane, and Ann! ❤️🤌🌱

[@PeiPeisMom]

I'm with Jane on this--all the sauce!

[@mynameisannette4703]

I made this today! I just had to try it. It is fantastic! I made it just like the recipe except I only had soy milk. It was great! I added the spinach and tomatoes. I did add the frozen corn and I used whole wheat elbows. Everyone should try it. I loved that you showed Ann pulling the tire at the end. She really is inspiring! You all are. Thank you for this wonderful, easy recipe!

[@gc7068]

Where Brian uses cashews, I use steamed cauliflower. It's a delicious, creamy, low-fat, nitric oxide rich dish. Using nuts seems to dilute Dr. Esselstyn's message but to each his own. I use scissors to mince greens and lettuce, as Brian does. To me, they taste a lot better in small bits rather than in big old chunks. Oh, yes, we Do want it swimming in sauce. I love that baking dish--so pretty! Peas are good in this dish, too. Thank you for an interesting video.

[@carolalm0823]

I agree this recipe is plant strong but not plant perfect so I use cannellini beans instead of the cashews to make a lower fat recipe and I eliminate the salt. Ann, are you no longer following a plant perfect diet?

[@bsgarey]

True except cashews are not a true nut. They are part of the fruit of the cashew tree.

[@cheezheadz3928]

This is an engine 2 recipe so nothing to do with Dr Esselstyn.

[@bsgarey]

@@carolalm0823 A one-ounce serving of cashews contains: Calories: 165. Protein: Less than 1 gram. Fat: 14 grams. Aug 31, 2020.

[@kkapp4777]

@@bsgarey still not allowed on the Reversal portion of Dr. E's program.

[@ripleymaine2499]

This is a variation of SDA “cashew cheese!” I’ve been making this recipe for over 25 years 😊. If you want to make it Caldwell Esselstyn heart healthy just substitute potatoes and carrots for the cashews. It works great! You want it to be quite saucy before baking so that it isn’t dry.

[@jasoncrawford2512]

Shout out to Brian. It's great to see that he's back on your channel. Awesome recipe and thanks for sharing.

[@WholeBibleBelieverWoman]

All your personalities in your family are so adorable!

[@CHER1943]

Hot tip: boil the cashews for 15 minutes and it’s like soaking overnight. Gives it a more creamy texture. If you want nacho sauce use smoked anything lolol.

[@nadinebriger9879]

Das ist absolut delicious 😋... Das ist extrem köstlich❗❗❗❗💘

[@carolherring2841]

What a fantastic dish! I love it with roasted broccoli on top! I use bean based pasta as I cannot eat wheat. And hot sauce on top is delicious! If you love it saucy there is zero guilt! My cash sauce uses roasted butternut squash instead of onion and red bell pepper. (I grow lots of organic butternut squash.)

[@LeeAnnahsCreations]

I use a LOT of sauce... but still not too much. LOL! I am allergic to peppers, so I use cooked potato instead. The potato adds a subtle flavor dimension that really adds to the sauce! ALSO - I use Miso paste instead of lemon juice, it's not as sharp on the tongue and my daughter likes it better that way.

[@LorraineLove-bj7vf]

Made this today and it’s delicious! Added corn, peas, mushrooms, kale & Swiss chard

[@culinarygurly987]

GO BRIAN! I do that in my professional kitchens when I am in the lead (9 times out of 10 I am in the lead position ) "Am I driving or are you?!" LOL

[@christiedecker2724]

Add the rest of the sauce, Brian. Peas also go well with this. I use jarred pimentos instead of roasted red peppers but essentially the same recipe. Blessings!

[@rosemarie6545]

Brian is being bossy. Is he in charge here?

[@johnjames5882]

@@rosemarie6545 based on the video … yes.

[@clairebattersby6340]

I’m an eye baller and scissor user in the kitchen too! I try to use the least amount of things so there’s less washing up. I love your cooking videos because they are entertaining, inspiring and I learn how to cook oil free.

[@frauruby]

I just made this last night except I use less cashews and replace with steamed butternut squash. Also I use vinegar instead of lemon and chickpea pasta to up the protein.

[@tinadiggs7456]

"Brian did it again this mac & cheese looks sooo delicious!!! TFS!!!

[@jkbees]

My husband and I made this a few days ago and absolutely LOVED it. Thank you for creating such wonderful recipes.

[@leahvincerouse]

YUM!!!!! I’m thinking this sauce on a Broccoli and Potatoes bake!!! 🤤

[@lindahobbs2136]

Been meaning to try this. OMG!!! It's delicious. I made the Roasted Cauliflower with added veggies yesterday and used some of this instead of the roasted red peppers. It was heaven!!

[@mindygeist7157]

Thanks y’all for making these recipes- I have the book but seeing it made and being modified motivates me to make it. It’s for dinner tonight!

[@karenmicheletti5691]

I just had to comment on how great this recipe is. I absolutely love it. It taste so much like baked ziti I am going to make it for my next family gathering. Thanks you ladies are great!

[@debrabrickus8467]

I make the same cheese sauce but instead of red peppers I blend in a small cooked carrot and potato. It makes it creamy and colorful.

[@kefirheals7383]

I'm not crazy about the red bell pepper in cheese sauce - I'll try the carrot and potato. Either way, that sure looked yummy. Somebody said mushrooms would be good too. I can't wait to try it. I think the tomatoes and spinach was a good switch.

[@CastledarkDweller27]

@@kefirheals7383 i bake my red capsicums FIRST then peel off the charred skin. then holy dooley! when u throw them into the cheese sauce & blend, it adds a lovely sweet & slightly spicy element! which tastes NOTHING like raw capsicum.

[@bakarangerpinku]

@@CastledarkDweller27 People don’t have anything against peppers. Except the ones that do because it gives them indigestion due to intolerances. You’re not convincing anybody to put peppers in their macaroni and cheese lol.

[@CastledarkDweller27]

@@bakarangerpinku haha righto mate.

[@tabitharussell5567]

Made this today and WOW! This is total comfort food and is even better the next day.

[@shawnasmith8628]

Just made this and I am sitting here like.. Wow.. That was delicious!!... Thank you for the Videos and Books.. Your Family is Amazing... Pretty sure I am Type "A" personality too and Your Both doing Amazing.. Keep up the Great Work..

[@elianazz]

i use kitchen scissors! ive got double blade ones too!

[@catherinemcintyre3568]

This looks amazing, I’m going to make it tomorrow and I’ll pile it on top of kale that I have in the fridge. Thanks for sharing another brilliant recipe and for demonstrating this in such a relaxed way. I feel as if I’m in the kitchen with you 😊

[@hopegarza3040]

It is by far one of the BEST comfort foods, but so healthy and delicious!

[@PorcelainLeigh]

So making this, and so using all the sauce. Oven baking makes it yummy, but also makes it dry. Cheers!

[@juliegray2579]

I love the way you guys put these videos together. It feels genuine and refreshing. Thanks for all the information 👍

[@deem5351]

I tried this right away today. It looks so yummy and I haven’t had Mac and Cheese in years.

[@Txnative7]

I like mine with peas, basil, and tomatoes.

[@tracielatham8415]

You guys never disappoint! I have to make this one just like 90% of all your other recipes!

[@annebastian5613]

Will try this dish soon. Looks like real comfort food! Thanks for all your cooking videos!!

[@cocochanelle1970]

😆 lol yes , 2 lady’s in the kitchen 😆 👩! Love it! Thank you so much much!

[@vanessahildebrand90]

Awesome recipe, Esselstyn Harts! We will make this.

[@claregiammusso7782]

Thank you Brian for this recipe. I made it tonight and served it on a bed of Lacinato Kale (thanks Ann :)) It was very good and I don't think you can have too much of the sauce. Unfortunately I'm the only one trying to eat WFPB and it can be a challenge sometimes making my own meals but I'm determined to get off the statin drug and reverse the T2. Your recipes help a lot with that so thanks.

[@jenniferheth8117]

Mushrooms! And a sprinkle of truffle salt at the very end. A tiny pinch adds massive flavor.

[@hahaipokedyouoel483]

I love Jane’s laugh. ❤

[@johnjames5882]

Yum. What a ingenious idea to have kitchen scissors. Will put that on my list !

[@Gratefulmomdoc]

Thanks for the recipe! Soaking the cashews also improves digestion and availability of nutrients 😉

[@pattisteelman]

Can’t wait to make!! I made notations in the cookbook with Brian’s tweaks.

[@christined2495]

I am so making this, love this recipe thank you

[@julieblesener9027]

I used to have this cookbook and made the mac and cheese but never baked it. Tonight, I baked it....I will be having this meal at least once a week! I might have to buy some whole wheat penne! Thank you

[@ChristianLove7]

From the start I knew there were too many cooks in the kitchen😆!

[@SuperBookdragon]

I am an eyeballer cook like Brian as well. Learned that from my mom. With 7 kids to feed and working she had to work quickly.

[@jeanetteruschmeyer6092]

Thank you so much. That recipe sounds really good! And it's not hard to make, a double bonus! I enjoy your show and I enjoy having 2 of your cookbooks.

[@darlenemiller847]

You guys are funny. You make my day!😂😂😂

[@faybrockhoff4187]

Please make an instant pot cookbook !!

[@hahaipokedyouoel483]

The best cheese sauce ever, made it today.

[@scienceislove2014]

This is one of the best recipes..

[@RafaelbySuzannah]

That looks delicious and I love Brian's comments about two A types

[@michellen2325]

Jane is hyper

[@niamh6272]

To me its Brian who is the A type, he seems a very cranky irritable person

[@JennieandBlink]

You all are so inspirational!❤️🥬🥦

[@lynns7262]

That looks soooo delicious and healthy!!

[@hahaipokedyouoel483]

Yes, the yum factor

[@juliepeace418]

A small bit of turmeric would also give it more of a Yellow color.

[@michellegriffith1385]

Looks so good!

[@Lou55100]

Drooling here, can't wait to try it!!!

[@marymeadows3027]

Sounds and looks delicious! Going to try recipe this week. 😋

[@leeannelincoln3389]

Looks delicious

[@nazokashii]

Looks and sounds absolutely gorgeous 😌 always a joy, thank you so much for sharing 💜

[@plantpoweredcertifiednutri6740]

Yum🌱

[@vilmabock478]

Ann, you are Precious! 🤗

[@krystyanast.pierre6607]

This is so good!! My new favorite❤

[@juliegriffin684]

I have best fun,and funny memory of Brian at bell rock in Sedona😅🤣😂 you all are the best!

[@lizp.9513]

Oh, that looks soooo yummy!! Gotta try it. Thanks guys ❤

[@sharonbarrett4335]

We would like to know what Ann eats in a day. Please and thanks 🙏

[@lynneshrode2927]

Oooo, 👀 I will definitely try this recipe! It looks delicious!

[@catherinefoster7782]

It’s the Esselstyn variety show!

[@sarahk5724]

This recipe looks so delicious 😋 The added Sriracha will give it a nice kick🌶 Thanks for sharing.

[@jessicaveganjessica2208]

Sauce is the best part, I'd agree!!

[@lisalmenard3828]

Could I use unsweetened plain almond milk instead of oat milk? I always have that at home.

[@JuanGonzalez-0308]

I have a question but first let me give you a little background since June of 2021 I've had a stroke in two heart attacks. I just bought the book while the cookbook I didn't buy the other book I bought the cookbook and I need to lose about 120 lb do I adjust what I eat or can I eat all the recipes here? Somebody said the some of the recipes are to reverse some of them are to prevent.

[@carl13579]

There are actually two different diets here: Plant Strong (which includes Rip & Jane Esselstyn's books) and Plant Perfect (which is by Caldwell & Ann Esselstyn, the parents). You want the Plant Perfect diet. It is worth getting the book "Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease" by Caldwell Esselstyn. It includes the correct diet for you, explains why we know it works, and provides recipes. Basically, you need to keep your calories from fat to about 10%. This means, for example, that the recipe in this video is a no-no for you (because of the cashews). You also want to avoid coconut, avocado, and other high-fat foods. Otherwise the diets are similar - plants only, mostly whole plants, no added salt or sugar. Most important (to quote Caldwell Esselstyn): NO OIL!

[@susanyounkin4192]

If you replace the cashews with steamed cauliflower, it would be plant perfect

[@jessiebunker-maxwell3914]

Juan, you could also substitute the same amount of a salt-free white bean like cannellini beans for the cashews. Carl's recommendation to get Dr. Esselstyn's book is right on. Here's to regaining your heart health!

[@catherinekasmer9905]

The Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease cookbook by Jane and Ann E. Is great and it has no nuts!

[@JuanGonzalez-0308]

@@carl13579 I bought their cookbook the prevent and reverse heart disease cookbook. My question is I can use all the recipes in this book? Some people say that I'm not able or I shouldn't use every recipe in here.

[@juliegriffin684]

great recipe Brian! 🤩

[@76katster]

😂🥰 Great family and video! As a type A is can relate!

[@luckysnake2]

Yummy and funny, I love you all! Thx for sharing 🙋🏻‍♀️👍❤️

[@darjeeling9116]

watching from France 😉😋

[@Marie-ts8rp]

Bonjour..cest belle Paris🤗🌈

[@probelife7254]

I'm with Brian. Perfect sauce to pasta ratio is important ;)

[@lesliewake2911]

What brand of nutritional yeast do you prefer?

[@jamiecee4960]

That looks really Yummy and easy.

[@booch326]

Costco recently started selling macadamia nut butter(35 oz/12.99!)so as a "healthier" option than the cashews, you could then make Mac and Mac!!!(And they also sell Macadamia Milk which I feel is healthier than oat milk. We're not horses are we?;D)

[@traceykaminski7874]

Why is Mac milk healthier than oat milk?

[@booch326]

@@traceykaminski7874 Oats are for horses, fruits and nuts are for (us)primates.

[@Scor-ah]

@@traceykaminski7874 was wondering that myself....Macadamia nuts are super high in fat...not sure if the milk is? Oats are very good for us😀

[@booch326]

@@Scor-ah Neighhhhhh

[@csnanny1882]

Now that you have lunch and dinner taken care off. What do you make for breakfast ? I am very interested in this . That’s why I will subscribe to your channel. God bless.

[@Reinolds_Recipes]

Love it!! Going to try this :) keep up the good work and thank again for sharing!! 😃🥰😁

[@gj9736]

This sauce will turn out better in a Vitamix or Blentec blender, way smoother and creamier then in the food possessor. Also, I would have used all the sauce with the noodles ( more is better, the ladies were right) because they will absorb more sauce while it bakes, not enough sauce will cause the whole thing being dry.

[@ann7856]

Potato cheese dressing is good and no fat (vegan)

[@FunUrth4All]

Super🎉

[@lynns7262]

Looks yummy, can’t wait to try it!!

[@lisa513727]

This does look amazing and I cannot wait to make it. Is this in the Engine 2 cookbook? The link above is for a different book. I do have your newest book though and absolutely love it!!!

[@DJMovit]

They said it was in the Engine 2 cookbook

[@TheRealJennHill]

Instead of salt, I’m going to try some miso paste 😊

[@leighannlong4789]

I have about 5 pairs of scissors in my stove side utensil jar!

[@heathy120]

Good for you, Brian. These two can be just too much.

[@JPerry-vr4nk]

A Vitamix or Blendtec would make a smoother sauce.

[@juliejohnson3807]

That looks amazing!☺️

[@cbzombiequeen58]

What about the oils in pasta making, did you make your own pasta to get away from that, how did you do that?

[@Sinia99]

There no oil added when pasta is made… ever !

[@here2homesteading]

Poor Brian. Just like my husband, living with type A's in his life. My husband feels his pain. LOL Great recipe!

[@charliebecker4417]

Hi can you please explain how pasta is a Whole Food? Even so called Whole wheat is mostly regular flour with brown color added

[@carl13579]

You want to look for 100% whole wheat. It will say 100% on the packaging.

[@charliebecker4417]

@@carl13579 I have pasta that's made from chickpeas some made from green pea, also some made from lentils. Low glycemic get it from Sprouts market

[@marshamarshall6840]

I agree with Charlie...where is the pasta tree or garden plant?

[@carl13579]

@@marshamarshall6840 Well, you could make it yourself - it's just whole wheat flour plus water. Yes, there is grinding required, but grinding is used to make a smoothie too.

[@leslieewing9088]

I like to add in some turmeric and ground black pepper!

[@JaneEsselstyn]

Good additions!!

[@catherinefoster7782]

Why wouldn’t Brian just add all of the ingredients into the food processor at once? It’s not necessary to have added the red peppers and nooch in increments.

[@jenniferjohnson5459]

To give the mixture a chance to emulsify a little would be my guess. It changes the texture.