Spicy Cashew Sauce

Creamy cheese alternative that goes great with a variety dishes.

vegan – gluten free – organic – raw

prep time: overnight for soaking the cashews (or two hours for the faster method)

cook time: 10 minutes

creates: 2 cups

tools we use

• bowl

• strainer

• high speed blender with plunger

• spatula

things you need

• 1 c organic raw cashews

• 1/2 c organic coconut milk

• 1/3 c water

• 2 tbsp nutritional yeast

• 1/2 tsp organic granulated onion

• 1/2 tsp organic granulated garlic

• 1/4 tsp organic turmeric

• 1/4 tsp organic smoked paprika

• 1/4 tsp organic lemon juice

• 1/4 tsp organic apple cider vinegar

• 1/8 tsp organic cayenne

• salt and black pepper to taste

here’s how

• place the cashews in a pot with a dash of salt, cover with water and let sit overnight

• strain the cashews and rinse with fresh water

• add soaked ‘n strained cashews and all other ingredients to a high speed blender

• blend on high until smooth, for about one to two minutes, using the plunger to keep the mixture moving around

helpful notes

• if you would like a faster method… place cashews is a pot with a dash of salt, cover with hot water (just below boiling point) and let sit for at least 2 hours

• make your own coconut milk to avoid gums or additives

• if you prefer a more mild flavor, then just omit the cayenne or replace the smoked paprika with regular paprika, but don't leave out the black pepper because it enhances the bioavailability of the turmeric