Prep:
5 minutes
Total:
20 minutes
Makes:
3 cups, approximately 6 servings
Utensil:
Blender
1 ½ Qt./1.4 L Sauce Pan with Cover
Contributed By:
Katherine Lawrence
Cooking instructor, VegNews TV chef, and nutrition instructor
Ingredients
Recipe Description:
This cheese sauce is cholesterol-free and dairy-free. It is a great addition to your potluck or for watching the big game! Stir in diced tomatoes or salsa for a more queso-like taste.
21⁄2
cups
water
(595
mL)
1
cup
cashews, raw and unsalted
(130
g)
2
teaspoons
chili powder
(10
mL)
11⁄2
teaspoons
salt
(7.5
mL)
1⁄2
raw onion, or 2 teaspoons onion powder (10 mL)
4
garlic cloves, or 1 teaspoon garlic powder (5 mL)
1
scallion, whole
1⁄3
cup
nutritional yeast
(16
g)
Directions:
- Add all ingredients to a blender and process until smooth.
- Pour mixture into sauce pan and cook over medium-low heat for 15 - 20 minutes, or until desired thickness. Stir often to eliminate lumps. Serve warm.
- If desired, stir in diced tomatoes, cilantro, pico de gallo or jalapeños.
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