Vegan Pumpkin Macaroni and Cheese

1 . Stage

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain pasta and return to the pot.

2 . Stage

Combine flour and oil in the same pot and mix until a smooth paste is formed. Add oat milk slowly. Incorporate pumpkin, whisking until thoroughly combined. Add garlic salt and 4 ounces vegan cheese. Mix until smooth.

3 . Stage

Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.

4 . Stage

Fill 3 individual oval gratin casserole dishes with the pasta mixture. Top equally with remaining vegan cheese.

5 . Stage

Broil in the preheated oven until cheese is melted, 1 to 3 minutes. Serve warm.