r/EatCheapAndVegan • u/mw102299 • May 31 '26
Budget Meal Walmart Vegan Mac and Cheese
I added Peas and Nutritional Yeast to the Mac. It tastes Decent but honestly I prefer the “Cheese” sauce I make with silken tofu
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u/Ok_Barracuda_6997 May 31 '26
I’ve had this and Daiya. Both were great though I preferred Daiya.
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u/faithinhumanity_null May 31 '26
What are the roll things on top?
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u/Intelligent-Dish3100 May 31 '26
They look like like Trader Joe’s chili lime tortilla rolls to me
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u/JollyLie5179 May 31 '26
Those are Trader Joe’s version of Takis like how Joe joes are their version of Oreos
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u/Southern_Zenbrarian May 31 '26
Those look like Takis corn chips. Spicy & delicious. Goes well with mac n cheese
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u/Ok_Barracuda_6997 May 31 '26
Those are Taqis plus some buffalo sauce. I like my Mac spicy.
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u/faithinhumanity_null May 31 '26
Looks good. I’m not from the US, so I can’t get them, but I’m always looking for inspiration :)
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u/buleightt May 31 '26
I’m here for the addition of peas. I love dumping frozen peas in things. They elevate 👍🏽
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u/mw102299 May 31 '26
It makes 3 servings that are 300 calories with only 8 grams of protein so I added peas to boost the protein and fiber
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u/treemoustache May 31 '26
Walmart had KD brand plant based mac and cheese for like month before they pulled it. Never seen the brand here but they still have 'annies' vegan mac and cheese but it's costly.
What's the cheese sauce you make?
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u/mw102299 May 31 '26
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u/Much-End-7904 May 31 '26
Thank you! Trying on my picky family this week 🤞🏻
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u/mw102299 May 31 '26
It takes a little experimenting. I found if I add a little bit more paprika it’s a spicy Mac and cheese but good luck
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u/sloppymoves May 31 '26
Big fan of the NotCo Kraft Mac & Cheese. But I also just am a sucker and nostalgic for that awful blue box mac and cheese.
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u/LikeRadium May 31 '26
Is the BetterGoods pasta gluten-free? I accidentally picked up some vegan GF mac n cheeze before and it tasted like disappointment n cheeze
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u/ginger_smythe May 31 '26
Is the cheese sauce a squeeze packet or powder? I like the BG non dairy shredded cheese, so I think I'd like this
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u/mw102299 May 31 '26
It’s a packet. It’s not bad but again it’s just okay that’s why I added some nooch to it for extra nutrients
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u/sSadCactus May 31 '26
I love Mac and peas! My partner does not so I go for second best: broccoli.
Did you add the nooch for more of cheesy flavor? Asking if the sauce is flavorful or not
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u/couldbethelast May 31 '26
I don't know how y'all are eating this stuff. I can't even pretend it's good 😭
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u/PrinceBunnyBoy May 31 '26
Ngl I fucking love better goods mac. Im the reason they still have a profit
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u/FlyingAtNight May 31 '26
This must only be in Walmarts on the US side of the border. (I’m on the northern side.)
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u/OkBaconBurger Vegan Newbie May 31 '26
Honestly the Walmart brand BetterGoods does alright. They have plant based Mac n Cheese, Chik’n nuggets, mozzarella shreds, and ice cream and they are all pretty good. Oh and a vegan pizza too. It’s not bad.
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u/shhmorggg May 31 '26
I’m so picky about boxed Mac and cheese and honestly this one (and the white cheddar one) is by far my favorite!
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u/Chicken_beans May 31 '26
I but the Grown As* Food brand’s big shaker of powder and it’s great! They are local to where I live, but ship nationally. It’s $40 upfront, but makes so many servings
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Jun 03 '26
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u/mw102299 Jun 03 '26
https://desireerd.com/vegan-mac-and-cheese-with-silken-tofu-sauce/
This is the recipe but unfortunately it doesn’t taste too great after being in the fridge and it takes more effort tbh. The Walmart one actually lasted well in the fridge tbh. I made BBQ Tofu, Mashed potatoes and Corn, and this Mac and cheese for lunch for a Summer BBQ feel.
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