Canada-based dairy alternatives producer Daiya Foods has launched Cheezy Mac, a dairy-free product with the taste of America's mac and cheese.
Said to be the first-of-its-kind gluten and soy-free alternative, the product will be offered in three varieties, including Cheddar, Alfredo and White Cheddar with Veggies. It includes a ready-made, dairy-free sauce pack.
Cheezy Mac is made using a smooth and creamy 'cheeze' sauce with gluten-free, whole grain pasta.
Daiya marketing vice-president Michael Lynch said: "This premium, home-style product embodies how Daiya enables people to experience the delight of cheese in everyday foods, while leveraging the nutritional goodness of plant-based ingredients."
Available at major grocery stores across the US, Cheezy Mac complements the company's Cheezecakes, artisanal pizzas and dairy-free shreds, blocks, slices and cream cheese style spreads.
The new product is claimed to offer 5g protein per serving, and contains no animal products, cholesterol, trans fats or preservatives.
Established in 2008, Daiya Foods offers dairy-free, gluten-free and soy-free and plant-based foods at more than 20,000 grocery stores in the US.
