Nutritional yeast is a nutrition packed food that makes a great substitute for cheese due to its cheesy and savory flavor. I use the flake version that is sold at my local Whole Foods, but it also comes in a powdered form sold at many grocery stores. It is very high in B-vitamins, folic acid, selenium, zinc, and protein. It is also low in fat and gluten-free. Two heaping tablespoons provides 8 grams of protein and 4 grams of fiber. I often sprinkle nutritional yeast on my eggs, sautéed veggies, and popcorn when I am in the mood for a cheesy flavor and it always does the trick.
Now I have harnessed the cheesy flavor of nutritional yeast and noodle-like texture of spaghetti squash to create a protein packed version of a classic and delicious dish that is dairy free, gluten free, and Paleo approved. I present you with my Beef & Spaghetti Squash Mac & Cheese.
Ingredients
- 1 cup precooked spaghetti squash
- 4-5 oz precooked ground beef
- 2-3 tbsp of nutritional yeast (depending on how "cheesy" you want it to be!)
- ~1/4 cup unsweetended almond milk (really just enough to mix the nutritional yeast in thoroughly)
- Garlic powder
Directions
- In a pre-heated pan, add the spaghetti squash and ground beef
- Add some garlic powder for taste and mix until warm
- Add almond milk and sprinkle nutritional yeast over the squash and beef
- Mix well so all the spaghetti squash and beef is coated in nutritional yeast cheese sauce
- Cover with a lid for approx. 5-7 minutes until your food is hot and ready to eat!
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xoxo,
Leighann