By veganmilitarywife

December 5, 2013

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Cashew Cheese Sauce (Vegan, Gluten Free, Oil Free)

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Categories : Condiment
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For nacho cheese, add 1 tbsp Cholula or other hot sauce.

For queso dip, add 1 cup salsa and 1 cup vegan taco meat, if desired.

For beer cheese dip, substitute half of the broth for beer (I prefer Shiner Bock) and add 1/8 tsp cayenne, if desired.

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Cashew Cheese Sauce

Servings 4

Ingredients

  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup raw cashews
  • 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1/8 teaspoon white or black pepper

Instructions

  • Combine all ingredients in a blender and process until completely smooth
  • Transfer to a small saucepan and heat over medium heat, whisking constantly, until thick and bubbly.