Vegan Mac n Cheese

raw cashews, (soaked in very hot water for 10-15 minutes. Keep covered. *See note)

dried elbow macaroni, (gluten-free or regular)

potato, (peeled & chopped into 1-inch cubes)

carrots, (peeled and chopped)

unsweetened soy milk ((or any plant-based milk))

vegetable broth, (low sodium)

onion powder

himalayan salt ((or preferred salt), more to taste)

paprika

nutritional yeast, (more if preferred)

tapioca flour/starch (*See note)

fresh lemon juice (, more to taste)

med/large garlic cloves, (minced)

vegan butter