Vegan Creamy Macaroni and Cheese

This version of macaroni and cheese is nice and creamy and kid friendly. As my daughter's favorite recipe. This is hearty enough to eat as a meal. It is packed with fiber and nutrition, unlike traditional macaroni and cheese. This vegan version is made with cashews, potatoes, carrots and onion. Enjoy this with recipe with a salad or broccoli on the side.

2 medium potatoes peeled and quartered

2 medium carrots cut in chunks

1 small to medium onion quartered or in chunks

1 lb macaroni noodles cooked

1/2 cup cashews

1 cup almond or plant milk

2 tbs nutritional yeast

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp onion powder

1 tsp salt

Cook noodles as directed. In a separate pan cook potatoes, carrots, and onion in a quarter cup of water until tender. In a blender mix cashews, plant milk, spices and nutritional yeast. Let vegetables cool down a bit, then add to blender and blend until smooth and creamy. Add to cooked noodles and mix well. Warm on stove on low temperature until heated through. This is great as a side or a meal. Add a side of veggies such as peas , broccoli or salad. Your kids will love this healthy alternative.