Follow these steps for perfect results
macaroni
dried
Yukon Gold potatoes
peeled and diced
carrot
peeled and diced
white onion
diced
water
none
vegetable oil
none
raw cashews
raw
raw macadamia nuts
raw
fine sea salt
none
garlic
chopped
dry mustard
none
fresh lemon juice
none
freshly ground black pepper
freshly ground
cayenne pepper
ground
unseasoned bread crumbs
none
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Prepare the macaroni according to the package directions.
Drain the cooked macaroni and set aside.
Combine the diced potatoes, carrot, onion, and water in a saucepan over medium heat.
Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
Put the vegetable oil, cashews, macadamia nuts, salt, garlic, mustard, lemon juice, black pepper, cayenne, cooked vegetables, and their cooking water into a blender.
Process until completely smooth, creating the "cheeze" sauce.
Toss the cooked pasta with the sauce until completely coated.
Transfer macaroni and sauce to a lightly oiled 3-quart casserole dish.
Sprinkle with the bread crumbs, if using.
Bake for 30 minutes or until bubbling and golden brown.
Expert advice for the best results
Add nutritional yeast for a more cheesy flavor.
Use roasted vegetables for a deeper flavor.
Top with a sprinkle of paprika for added color.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Can be made a day ahead and refrigerated before baking.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley or a sprinkle of breadcrumbs.
Serve with a side salad or roasted vegetables.
A light-bodied Chardonnay complements the creaminess.
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