BAKED VEGAN MAC & CHEESE (+ STOVETOP)

INGREDIENTS

16 oz

package pasta of choice (works with an 12oz package too)

paprika, garnish (optional)

pieces of bread or 1 cup panko bread crumbs

olive oil

twist or two of the salt grinder

1 1/2 cups

raw cashews, preferably soaked (see notes *)

1 1/2 cups

water

1/4 cup

nutritional yeast

juice of 1/2 large lemon or 2 teaspoons vinegar

1 clove

garlic or 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder

1 tbsp

white miso or 2 teaspoons dijon or 1 teaspoon mustard powder

2 tsp

cornstarch or arrowroot (will help keep it creamy), optional

1 tsp

sea salt, or to taste

1/4

to 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, optional*

1/4 tsp

turmeric

cayenne, optional