Creamy Mac and Cheese

Posted by Manjeri Skincare Team on

Benefits: Greek yogurt adds protein and probiotics for healthy skin balance, nutritional yeast provides B vitamins for cell renewal, and yukon potato purée infuses beta-carotene to enhance radiance.

Skin Concern: Dullness, dryness, loss of glow

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 20 minutes | Serves: 3

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups elbow macaroni or gluten-free pasta

  • 1/2 cup yukon potato purée

  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt

  • 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 tbsp nutritional yeast

  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder

  • Sea salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions:

Cook Pasta: Boil pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Mix Sauce: In a pot, combine sweet potato purée, Greek yogurt, olive oil, cheddar, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir over low heat until smooth.

Combine: Add pasta to the sauce and toss until fully coated.

Serve: Garnish with cracked pepper or a sprinkle of nutritional yeast.

Shopping Tips:

  • Choose whole-grain or chickpea pasta for extra protein and fiber.

  • Look for aged cheddar for richer flavor with less dairy.

Cooking Tips:

  • Add spinach or kale for a vitamin C and iron boost.

  • Bake topped with breadcrumbs for a crispy finish.

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