The Best Vegan Mac and Cheese

Step 1

Soften your cashews by covering them in boiling water for 5 minutes. I do this by heating up water in my tea kettle, and then pouring the boiling water over the cashews in a large glass measuring cup.

Step 2

Cook the pasta according to package instructions, but do not overcook.

Step 3

While the pasta is cooking, add the soaked cashews, 1 cup water, lemon juice, nutritional yeast, turmeric, garlic powder and salt to a high powered blender and blend until very smooth.

Step 4

When the pasta is done, drain and return it to the pot. Stir in the cheese sauce, and serve!

Step 5

Optional veggie add ins: Thawed frozen peas, roasted brussels sprouts, roasted cauliflower, roasted broccoli, cooked kale or roasted asparagus.