Mexican Flavored Nacho Cheese Sauce - Vegan

Great for dipping tortilla chips or veggies. Also a great topper for tacos, burritos or enchilladas!!

• Ready In: 10 mins
• Yields: 2 cups

Ingredients

• 2  cups water
• 1⁄4 cup raw cashews
• 4  ounces pimientos
• 1  cup nutritional yeast flakes
• 2  tablespoons cornstarch
• 1  tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons salt (to taste)
• 1⁄2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1⁄4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1⁄2 teaspoon cumin

• Extra add in ingredients

•  salsa (optional)
•  green chili (optional)
•  vegan taco  meat (optional)
•  olive (optional)
•  tomatoes (optional)
•  green onion (optional)

Directions

1. Combine all ingredients in a blender and puree until completely smooth.
2. Pour mixture into a medium saucepan and whisk constantly over medium heat until thickened, about 5 to 6 minutes.
3. Stir in extras, if using.
4. Serve with chips or veggies, or to top your favorite Mexican dish!