Vegan Cheez Sauce

Vegan Cheez Sauce

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This Vegan Pimiento–Cashew Cheese Sauce is a deliciously creamy, dairy-free alternative that tastes indulgent while being completely plant-powered. Smooth cashews blend with sweet roasted pimientos, nutritional yeast, and seasonings to create a silky, melty-style cheese sauce that works beautifully over vegetables, pasta, baked potatoes, nachos, grain bowls, or even as a dip. It’s vibrant, versatile, and far healthier than store-bought cheese substitutes. With just a quick soak and blend, you can have a homemade vegan cheese sauce that elevates everyday meals with bold color and comforting flavor.

Why Cashews Make This Sauce Extra Healthy

Cashews don’t just create that irresistibly smooth and creamy texture—they also bring impressive nutritional benefits. They’re rich in heart-healthy monounsaturated fats, plant-based protein, and essential minerals like magnesium, zinc, and copper. Cashews also contain antioxidants that support immune health, and their naturally creamy consistency means you can enjoy a luxurious “cheese” sauce without relying on dairy, oils, or processed ingredients. It’s comfort food with real nourishment built right in.

Delicious Ways to Use This Vegan Cheese Sauce

One of the best things about this cashew cheese sauce is how incredibly versatile it is. Drizzle it over steamed broccoli or roasted vegetables, pour it onto baked potatoes, or use it as a velvety topping for nachos and loaded fries. It makes an excellent sauce for macaroni, quinoa bowls, and vegetable casseroles, and it works beautifully as a dip for tortilla chips, soft pretzels, or fresh-cut veggies. You can even spoon it into wraps, burritos, or breakfast scrambles for a pop of color and flavor. Once you make a batch, you’ll find yourself putting it on everything!

Vegan Cheese Sauce

Servings: 12

Prep Time: 10 Minutes

Cook Time: 20 Minutes

Total Time: 30 Minutes

Equipment Needed: Blender, Pot, Spoon/Spatula, Measuring Utensils

Ingredients:

Mixture ~

4 ounces Pimento OR Roasted Red Bell Peppers

½ Cup Cashews

1 Cup Water

¼ Cup Yeast Flakes

¼ Cup Oats

2 Tablespoons Lemon Juice

1 Tablespoon Onion Powder

1 teaspoon Salt

2 Tablespoons Cornstarch

¼ teaspoon Turmeric (optional)

¼ teaspoon Paprika (optional)

¼ teaspoon Garlic Powder (optional)

Variations~

¼ teaspoon Cumin – for Mexican Dishes

Remove Cornstarch if using for Au Gratin Potatoes

Directions:

1.     Blend until smooth and creamy.

2.     In a pot, place 1 and ½ cups water to boil.

3.     Add the Cheez mixure into the pot, stirring until thickened.

4.     Serve and Enjoy!

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