Ooey, Gooey Mac ‘n’ ‘Cheese’

1 1/2 lbs. pasta
1 1/2 cups soy milk
1 cup water
1/3 cup soy sauce
1 1/2 cups nutritional yeast
1 Tbsp. paprika
1 Tbsp. garlic powder
1 Tbsp. salt (optional)
3 oz. firm tofu
1 cup canola oil

•Preheat the oven to 350°F.

•Fill a large pot with water and bring to a rapid boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook according to the package directions. When done, drain and set aside.

•Place all the remaining ingredients in a blender or food processor and blend until well combined.

•Add the cooked pasta to a casserole dish, pour the “cheese” mixture over the pasta and stir to coat the noodles. Bake for about 15 to 20 minutes, or until the sauce begins to thicken and brown slightly.

Makes 6 servings