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Nacho Cashew Cheese Sauce

Creamy Nacho Cashew Cheese Sauce for Guilt-Free Indulgence

Enjoy a rich and nutritious Nacho Cashew Cheese Sauce, a healthier alternative to traditional cheese. Perfect for guilt-free indulgence!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Soaking Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Plant-Based, Vegan
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheese Sauce
  • 1 cup Cashews Soaked
  • 1 can Green Chilies Canned, for convenience
  • 1/4 cup Pickled Jalapenos Store-bought or homemade
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Fresh
  • 1/4 cup Nutritional Yeast
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
  • 1/2 cup Unsweetened Plant-Based Milk Almond or other

Equipment

  • High-speed blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Soak the cashews in water for 6-8 hours or use boiling water for 20-30 minutes. Drain and rinse them.
  2. In a high-speed blender, combine the soaked cashews with green chilies, pickled jalapenos, lemon juice, nutritional yeast, and spices. Add unsweetened plant-based milk to your desired consistency.
  3. Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy, about 1-2 minutes. Add more plant-based milk if the mixture is too thick.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and additional spices as desired.
  5. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 7 days or freeze for up to 1 month.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For nut-free option, substitute cashews with pepitas or sunflower seeds. Proper soaking is crucial for a creamy texture.

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