vegan Lemon Poblano Mac and Cheese – a bright and tangy flavor twist on a classic mac and cheese, served up in a perfectly spicy poblano pepper, side of lemon.
recipe originally published April 19, 2013
Lemon Poblano Mac and Cheese
Crazy roller coaster week, right? From Boston and Texas and MIT to a couple more ambulance rides to the Emergency Room for Dad*, life has me wanting comfort – a relaxing afternoon with two dachshunds, a night out with Jason, a day off from everything, and comfort food.
*Dad is okay.
I say roller coaster because this week has not been all bad – there have been ups with the downs.
From the devastating tragedy we have been shown incredible strength and that unbreakable spirit of community – people helping and giving without question, simply as a reaction because it is their nature.
Inspiring.
I have had many smiles – very lucky to have the friends and family that I do, and I have been given constant and unwavering support. Lucky girl.
I have had some great conversations! Invigorating conversations with difference of opinion, all respected even when countered. I love good conversation.
Invigorating!
Classic Comfort Food
Back to the comfort food.
I love lemon. Lemon in dessert, lemon in savory entrees – it’s all good. I already had the plan to make this poblano mac and cheese, and at the last literal minute I decided to include lemon.
This is a new thing I will be doing more often.
That tart lemon flavor I love blends surprisingly well with mildly spicy grilled poblano and creamy cheesy sauce. Adds some light brightness to a dish that is traditionally rich.
This Lemon Poblano Mac and Cheese is a vegan version of the most traditional mac and cheese – making a roux with butter and flour, then adding cheese and noodles. I learned how to make mac and cheese this way at an early age, and again this method was emphasized in culinary school.
more Vegan Lemon Recipes:
Salted Papaya Ribbons with Lemon and Mint
Gluten Free Lemon Poppyseed Waffles
Lemony Brussels and Kale Chiffonade Salad
Raspberry Lemon Cheesecake Cookies
Vegan Comfort Food Recipes:
Vegan Buffalo Jackfruit Enchiladas
Bourbon Roasted Delicata Comfort Bowls
Hearty Portobello Kale Lasagna
Favorite comfort food?
Spell-check wanted to change poblano to Point Blank. Keanu on a surfboard, anyone? Gary Busey, maybe?
Lemon Poblano Mac and Cheese
a bright and tangy flavor twist on a classic mac and cheese, served up in a perfectly spicy poblano pepper, side of lemon.
Ingredients
- 4 ounces gluten free elbow pasta
- 1-2 poblano peppers, seeded
- 1 tablespoon vegan butter
- 1 tablespoon gluten free all purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cashew milk
- 5 ounces cheddar (dairy, soy free), cubed
- juice and zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Grill or roast poblano peppers. When cooled, chop into small bite size pieces.
- Cook pasta according to directions.
- Meanwhile, in saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Whisk in flour to a smooth roux, reduce heat to low. Add milk, whisking constantly to a white sauce. Add cubes of cheese, stir as cheese melts into a sauce.
- Add lemon juice and zest, roasted pepper and cooked pasta, combine completely.
- Serve with lemon wedges.
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