Crispy Potato Vegan Cheese Sticks - Forks Over Knives

Ingredients

• 1 lb. Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1¼ cups unsweetened plant milk, such as almond, soy, cashew, or rice; divided
• ¼ teaspoon agar powder
• 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast, divided
• 1½ teaspoon white wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• ½ of a small garlic clove, minced
• ½ teaspoon sea salt, divided
• ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided
• 3 tablespoons arrowroot powder
• ¾ cup whole grain bread crumbs
• 1 tablespoon ground flaxseeds
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• ¼ teaspoon paprika
• 1 cup oil-free marinara sauce