What ingredients make this cheddar sauce nut-free?

This recipe uses raw sunflower seeds and old-fashioned rolled oats to create a creamy base without any nuts, making it a great allergy-friendly option.

How does this sauce get its thick, gooey texture?

The tapioca starch, combined with the oats and sunflower seeds, thickens considerably as it cooks over medium-high heat for 7-10 minutes, requiring constant stirring towards the end.

What gives this vegan cheddar sauce its vibrant color?

The combination of turmeric powder, paprika, and fresh red bell pepper blended into the sauce contributes to its appealing orange-yellow hue, mimicking traditional cheddar.

How should I store leftover Nut-Free Cheddar Sauce?

After cooking, allow the sauce to cool completely to room temperature before transferring it to an airtight container and storing it promptly in the fridge.

Can I use this sauce for mac and cheese?

Absolutely! This thick and gooey cheddar sauce is perfect for coating pasta, drizzling over nachos, or as a cheesy dip for vegetables, offering versatile plant-based deliciousness.

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Nut-Free Cheddar Sauce
[Vegan]

Name: Nut-Free Cheddar Sauce [Vegan]
Cook time: 10 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup nutritional yeast; 1/3 cup raw (shelled) sunflower seeds; 1/3 cup old-fashioned rolled oats; 2 tablespoons tapioca starch; 2 teaspoons garlic powder; 2 teaspoons onion powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon mustard powder; 1 teaspoon regular paprika (not smoked); 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder; 2 1/2 cups water; 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper; 1/2 tablespoon coconut aminos

MP By: Molly Patrick

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A vibrant orange-yellow nut-free vegan cheddar sauce, thick and creamy, served in a small white bowl, ready for dipping.

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This plant based cheddary sauce is perfect for mac and cheese, other pasta dishes, as a dish, or truly whatever you want!

Ingredients You Need for Nut-Free Cheddar Sauce [Vegan]

1/3 cup nutritional yeast
1/3 cup raw (shelled) sunflower seeds
1/3 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
2 tablespoons tapioca starch
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons onion powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon mustard powder
1 teaspoon regular paprika (not smoked)
1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
2 1/2 cups water
1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
1/2 tablespoon coconut aminos

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How to Prepare Nut-Free Cheddar Sauce [Vegan]

To your blender, add the nutritional yeast, sunflower seeds, rolled oats, tapioca starch, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, mustard powder, paprika and turmeric powder. Process until it becomes a fine powder, about 20 seconds.
Add the water, red bell pepper and coconut aminos to the blender and process until smooth. Transfer the mixture to a saucepan and heat over medium-high heat. Cook for 7 - 10 minutes, stirring often. It will slowly become thicker and thicker. As this happens, begin to stir constantly until it's thick and gooey.
Remove from heat, cool to room temperature, then promptly store in your fridge.