What are the key ingredients for this vegan uncheese sauce?

The base of this quick uncheese sauce relies on tahini, nutritional yeast, fresh lemon juice, and light miso for its rich, savory flavor.

How quickly can I make the uncheese sauce?

The uncheese sauce is incredibly quick; after blending the ingredients, it only needs one minute in the microwave before whisking and serving.

Can I use fresh artichoke hearts instead of frozen for the baked dish?

Yes, the recipe suggests using either a thawed bag of frozen artichoke hearts or fresh ones, cut into quarters, for the cheesy baked artichoke.

What are some ways to serve the uncheese sauce if I don't make the artichoke dish?

The versatile uncheese sauce can be served over pasta, steamed vegetables, or as a flavorful dip on its own.

How can I adjust the consistency or strength of the uncheese sauce flavor?

You can adjust the consistency and taste by slowly whisking in 1/2 to 2/3 cup of water; use a larger quantity of water for a less strong flavor.

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Quick and Cheesy Uncheese Sauce
[Vegan]

EG By: EVegan Gray

Author Bio

Evelyn Gray embraced veganism in 1987 after reading John Robbins' Diet For A New America.... Read More

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A small casserole dish filled with bubbly, golden-brown baked artichoke hearts coated in a creamy vegan uncheese sauce and topped with toasted panko bread crumbs.

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Ingredients You Need for Quick and Cheesy Uncheese Sauce [Vegan]

For the Cheese:

1/4 cup tahini
2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons light miso
1/2 - 2/3 cup water

For the Cheesy Baked Artichoke:

1 12-16-ounce bag of frozen artichoke hearts
1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
Cheese sauce above

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How to Prepare Quick and Cheesy Uncheese Sauce [Vegan]

For the Cheese:

In a small, microwave-safe mixing bowl blend tahini, nutritional yeast, lemon juice and miso with a fork or whisk.
Add onion powder and optional vinegar or liquid smoke.
Slowly whisk in water until smooth.Use a larger quantity of water for a less strong taste.
Microwave for 1 minute.Whisk again before using.
Serve over pasta, steamed veggies, as a dip or make this recipe below!

To Make the Cheesy Baked Artichoke:

Use fresh or thaw bag of frozen artichoke hearts in the microwave.
Cut 1/2 hearts into quarters.
Place in 8”x8” baking dish or your favorite small casserole dish.
Mix in cheese sauce above until all hearts are well covered.
Top with panko bread crumbs.
Bake for 30 minutes at 350°F or until bread crumbs are lightly toasted and sauce is bubbly.

Notes

This recipe has been adapted from Jo Stepaniak’s 10th Anniversary Edition of The Ultimate Uncheese Cookbook.

Nutritional Information

Note: The information shown is based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.