Looking for a delicious and creamy cheese alternative that’s perfect for nachos? Look no further than this Nacho Cashew Cheese Sauce. This vegan cheese sauce is not only healthy and dairy-free, but it also delivers a rich, savory flavor that will elevate your nacho game.
Ingredients
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1 cup raw cashews, soaked in water for at least 4 hours or overnight
1/4 cup nutritional yeast
1/4 cup water (adjust for desired consistency)
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Salt, to taste
Fresh cilantro, chopped (for topping)
Jalapeños, sliced (for topping)
Diced tomatoes (for topping)
Avocado, diced (for topping)
Instructions
Drain and rinse the soaked cashews.
In a high-speed blender, add the soaked cashews, nutritional yeast, water, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, turmeric, cayenne pepper (if using), and salt. Blend on high until completely smooth and creamy, approximately 1-2 minutes.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
For a warm sauce, transfer the blended cheese to a saucepan and heat over low heat, stirring constantly until warmed through.
Pour the Nacho Cashew Cheese Sauce over your favorite tortilla chips and add your desired toppings.
