Vegan Baked Ziti

Step 1

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to boil. Add pasta and cook according to package directions. Drain pasta and set aside in a large bowl.

Step 2

Prepare the cashew sauce, place cashew, water, nutritional flakes, onion powder, garlic powder and salt in a high-speed blend and process until smooth and creamy. Set aside.

Step 3

Preheat oven 375 degrees F. Lightly spray with oil or brush a large casserole pan (9x13"), set aside.

Step 4

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add vegan ground meat and saute, until brown, about 5 minutes. Add onions, garlic, Italian seasoning and cook for about 2 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in marinara sauce until heated through. Season with salt to taste. Combine sauce mixture, vegan cheese sauce, and half the vegan mozzarella with the pasta.

Step 6

Spread the pasta in the casserole dish. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella on top. Garnish with parsley and bake for 20-25 minutes in the oven.

Step 7

Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve.