Beef Chip Gravy (D. R. Dietz)

To use with associated biscuits:

"CHIP BEEF" GRAVY

3 C hot water (3 min in microwave)

1 C raw cashew pieces, rinsed

4 T cornstarch

4 T oil

2 T Bragg's Liquid Aminos

4 t onion powder

1 t salt

1/2 t garlic powder

1/2 C bacon-like bits

In a blender, blend all ingredients (except bacon-like bits) until very smooth. Pour into saucepan, rinse out blender with one additional cup of water and pour that also into the saucepan. Add bacon-like bits and cook over medium high heat, stirring constantly until thickened. Serve over biscuits.

NOTE: this will scorch if not watched carefully.