Make Macaroni with Mushrooms: A Vegan Friendly Dish

Macaroni is a type of pasta. This popular food item is produced in factories in a dry form and needs to be boiled before consumption. The term "macaroni" is used in different countries to refer to various shapes of pasta. In Italy, macaroni usually refers to short, tubular pasta. However, in parts of the USA, like Philadelphia and New York, macaroni can refer to any type of pasta.

Ingredients for Macaroni with Mushrooms:

• 1 package of macaroni

• 250 grams of mushrooms

• 2 tablespoons of tomato paste

• 1 onion

• 1 cup of bell pepper

• Salt and pepper to taste

• Tomatoes as needed

Instructions for Macaroni with Mushrooms:

1. Prepare the Vegetables: Wash and chop the mushrooms carefully. Dice the bell pepper and onion. Heat a little oil in a pan and sauté the chopped mushrooms. Add the diced onion and bell pepper and fry them together. Once the vegetables are sautéed, add the tomato paste and mix well.

2. Add Tomatoes: Peel and chop the tomatoes, then add them to the pan. Add salt and pepper, reduce the heat, and let it cook.

3. Cook the Macaroni: In a pot, bring water to a boil and add 1 tablespoon of oil and 2 tablespoons of salt. Add the macaroni to the boiling water and cook for 8-10 minutes until soft. Drain the macaroni.

4. Combine and Cook: Mix the cooked macaroni with the vegetable mixture. Grease the bottom of a pot lightly (you can add a crispy layer, such as bread or potatoes, if desired) and place the macaroni mixture in it. Cook over low heat for 30 minutes. Your macaroni is ready to serve!

How to Make Macaroni with Mushrooms and Soy

Most people know how to make macaroni, but only a few know the secrets to making a delicious red macaroni. While many prefer to cook macaroni with ground beef, if you're looking to reduce meat consumption or try vegetarian dishes, follow these steps to make a flavorful red macaroni with mushrooms and soy.

Ingredients for Macaroni with Mushrooms and Soy:

• 700 grams of macaroni

• 200 grams of soy

• 200 grams of mushrooms

• 1 medium onion

• 1 cup of milk

• 1 tablespoon of brewed saffron

• 5 tablespoons of tomato paste

• 4 medium tomatoes, grated

• 1 tablespoon of turmeric

• 1 teaspoon of paprika

• 1 teaspoon of black pepper

• 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper

• Butter as needed

• Salt as needed

• Oil as needed

• 1/2 cup of warm boiled water

Instructions for Macaroni with Mushrooms and Soy:

1. Soak the Soy: Soak the soy in a cup of milk with some black pepper and salt for 2-3 hours. After soaking, drain and press the soy to remove excess milk. Finely chop the onion and sauté in oil until caramelized.

2. Prepare the Sauce: Add turmeric to the onions and sauté until fragrant. Add the grated tomatoes and cook until the water evaporates. Add the tomato paste and sauté to remove the raw taste. Add the brewed saffron. Add the soy to the tomato sauce with a few tablespoons of water and cook until the soy is well done. Stir in other spices and salt.

3. Cook the Mushrooms: Slice the mushrooms and sauté in butter with black pepper until slightly softened. Add the sautéed mushrooms to the soy mixture and mix well. Let the mixture cook until it releases oil.

4. Cook the Macaroni: Boil water in a pot, add salt, and cook the macaroni according to package instructions. Drain the macaroni.

5. Prepare the Base: Depending on the pot size, peel and slice 1-2 potatoes for the crispy base. Sprinkle sesame seeds and salt on the potatoes. Heat oil in a pot and arrange the potato slices at the bottom.

6. Layer the Macaroni: Layer the macaroni and soy mixture in the pot. Add half of the macaroni, then half of the soy mixture, followed by half of the warm water. Repeat with the remaining macaroni, soy mixture, and water.

7. Cook: Cook the layered macaroni on low heat for 30-45 minutes until the bottom is crispy.