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Nacho Cashew Cheese Sauce

Creamy Nacho Cashew Cheese Sauce: Vegan Delight for All

This Nacho Cashew Cheese Sauce is a creamy, flavorful vegan dip that elevates any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Soaking Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cashew Base
  • 1 cup Cashews Soaked in water
  • 1 cup Milk (Almond or Unsweetened Plant-Based) Use any nut-free milk
For the Flavor
  • 1 can Green Chilies Canned for deeper flavor
  • 1/4 cup Pickled Jalapenos Store-bought or homemade
  • 1 unit Lemon Juice of one lemon
  • 1/4 cup Nutritional Yeast Essential for cheesy flavor
For a Smoky Kick
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder

Equipment

  • High-speed blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Soak the cashews in water for 6 to 8 hours or in boiling water for 20 to 30 minutes. Then drain and rinse them.
  2. Gather all remaining ingredients: milk, green chilies, jalapenos, lemon juice, nutritional yeast, smoked paprika, and chili powder.
  3. In a high-speed blender, combine cashews, milk, green chilies, jalapenos, lemon juice, and nutritional yeast. Add spices and blend until smooth.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning; add salt gradually if needed, and blend after each addition.
  5. Transfer to an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to 7 days or freeze for up to a month.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 8gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gSodium: 350mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For nut-free options, substitute cashews with pepitas or sunflower seeds. Store in an airtight container for freshness.

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