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Nacho Cashew Cheese Sauce

Creamy Nacho Cashew Cheese Sauce You Can't Stop Eating

A creamy and flavorful Nacho Cashew Cheese Sauce that's perfect for snacks and plant-based diets.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Soaking Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Cashews Soaked for 6–8 hours
  • 1 can Green Chilies Canned recommended
  • 1/4 cup Pickled Jalapeños Store-bought or homemade
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice Fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup Nutritional Yeast
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1 tsp Chili Powder
  • 1/2 cup Almond Milk Unsweetened

Equipment

  • High-Speed Blender
  • bowls

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Soak the cashews in water for 6–8 hours or 20–30 minutes in boiling water.
  2. Drain and rinse the cashews under cold water.
  3. Add canned green chilies, pickled jalapeños, lemon juice, nutritional yeast, smoked paprika, chili powder, and almond milk to the blender.
  4. Blend on high for 1–2 minutes until smooth.
  5. Taste and adjust salt as needed.
  6. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Soak cashews for full time for the best texture. Freeze in portions for longer storage.

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