Ingredients for All Purpose Vegan Cheese Sauce
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup raw cashews
- Pimentos
- Paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Yellow Mustard
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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How to Make All Purpose Vegan Cheese Sauce
- Soak 1 cup of raw cashews in hot water for at least 30 minutes, or skip this step and microwave them with 1 cup of water for 4-5 minutes to soften.
- Combine soaked cashews, 1 cup water, 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper in a high-speed blender.
- Blend until completely smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Transfer the blended mixture to a medium saucepan over low to medium-low heat.
- Whisk constantly for 15-20 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency. Add more water, 1 tablespoon at a time, if needed to reach desired consistency.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add your favorite spices (cumin, chili powder, etc.) at this stage for a customized flavor profile.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
19 g
Sugar
6g
Fat
8g
Carbs
3g