Mexican Flavored Nacho Cheese Sauce - Vegan

Submitted by Kozmic Blues

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

 

• Ready In: 10mins
• Ingredients: 16
• 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!