VEGAN GLUTEN-FREE MAC and CHEESE

Ingredients

• 1 cup raw cashews
• 1 tbsp paprika
• 2 teaspoons granulated onion
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 1/2 tbsp tahini or sesame seeds
• 1 cup water or half coconut milk
• 2 tbsp Ketchup
• 2 tbsp plant-based butter or oil (opt)
• 1/2 cup flour
• salt and pepper to taste