Creamy Vegan Baked Ziti

Source: https://thevegan8.com/amazing-vegan-baked-ziti/

1/2 cup cooked & peeled mashed potato

1 cup cashews, soaked 

3/4 cup water

2 TB lemon juice

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp salt

1 pound ziti

1 jar marinara

1 tsp oregano

1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped

red pepper flakes to taste

bread crumbs to top

1. Preheat oven to 400. Cook pasta in large pot according to package directions, drain, & return to pot.

2. Meanwhile, to blender add potato, cashews, water, lemon juice, garlic powder & salt. Process until very smooth.

3. Add sauce, basil, & oregano to cooked pasta; stir well.  Spread into 13 x 9 pan.  Pour blender sauce over the top and stir gently. Top with bread crumbs and bake 20 minutes or until hot & bubbly.