Ultimate Vegan Mac And Cheese

• 1/2 cup raw cashews, soaked 10-15 min in hot water
• 16 ounces macaroni
• 1 cup potato, peeled and diced in 1-inch
• 1/2 cup carrot, peeled and chopped
• 1 cup soymilk
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 2 -3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 2 1/2 tablespoons starch
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 minced garlic cloves

1. 1.Steam or boil the potatoes & carrots until tender (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
2. 2.Place macaroni in a large pot of salted boiling water. Cook until al dente & according to package directions (about 9-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
3. 3.Drain & rinse cashews and discard water. Now place all ingredients in a high-powered blender (except garlic & butter). Blend until potatoes, carrots & cashews have completely broken down & sauce is smooth, about 1-2 minutes. Set aside.
4. 4.Heat up butter in large pan over medium heat. When melted, add garlic & saute for 1-2 minutes, until lightly brown (be careful not to burn).
5. 5.Pour in cheese sauce and cook for 4-5 minutes, until sauce thickens up and becomes slightly stretchy. Stir often to prevent burning. If it's too thick, add a small amount of broth & stir. Taste for seasoning, and add more if needed.
6. 6.Now add pasta and gently toss to coat. Serve immediately. Enjoy!

cashews, macaroni, potato, carrot, soymilk, onion powder, salt, paprika, nutritional yeast, starch, lemon juice, garlic

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/ultimate-vegan-mac-and-cheese-535594 (may not work)