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Ingredients
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Cheese Sauce Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
Soak Cashews
Place the cashews in a bowl and cover with water. Let them soak for at least 4 hours or overnight for better creaminess.
Drain and Rinse
After soaking, drain the cashews and rinse them under cold water.
Blend the Ingredients
In a high-speed blender, combine the soaked cashews, nutritional yeast, water, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and turmeric. If you want a spicy kick, add the jalapeño.
Blend Until Smooth
Blend on high until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as necessary. This may take 1-2 minutes.
Adjust Consistency
If the sauce is too thick, add more water a tablespoon at a time until you reach your desired consistency.
Taste and Adjust Seasoning
Taste the queso and adjust the seasoning with more salt or lemon juice if needed.
Serve
Transfer your queso to a serving bowl and enjoy it warm with tortilla chips, veggies, or as a topping for your favorite dishes.