Mac N Cheese

3 C dry macaroni (use whole whole grain if possible)
1 can coconut milk
1 1/4 C water
1/4 C yeast flakes
2 tsp salt
1/4 C raw cashew pieces
1/4 C pimentos
3 Tbsp lemon juice
1/4 C cornstarch
1 tsp onion powder
1/4 soy milk powder or increase cashews to 1/2 C

Cook macaroni in 5 quarts boiling water with 2 tsp salt until soft. Meanwhile, blend remaining ingredients about 2 minutes until very smooth. Drain cooked macaroni and return to pot. Pour blended mixture into hot, drained macaroni and cook together until thick, stirring gently. Add 1-2 cups frozen peas or 1 C mushrooms or sliced olives if desired. Cover and let sit for 5-10 minutes before serving, or put in an oiled casserole, cover with seasoned crumbs, and bake.