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Mac & Cheese - no soy, no dairy, gluten free, delish!

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Before changing to a plant based diet, we used to eat a big pan of mac and cheese every week.  It was comfort food for me.  I felt determined to find a healthy alternative to this family favorite and came up with this recipe that doesn't call for nutritional yeast, soy or other seasoning additives which are high in glutamic acids - which result in a bad case of hiccups or heartburn and indigestion.  See what you think!  I wonder how long before I see a version of this recipe on some other plant based site!  :P Mac & Cheese plant-based style 24 oz GF brown rice macaroni 3 cups cauliflower, chopped 4 cloves garlic, chopped 1 onion, chopped 2 cups raw cashews, toasted (toasting is very important for the flavor) 2 T vinegar 1/2 tsp turmeric 1/4 tsp black pepper 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp onion powder 1-2 tsp salt - add  to desired taste  after blending "cheese"  Boil macaroni according to directions on package, drain and set aside.  While maca...