Can I adjust the spice level of this spicy cheese sauce?

Yes, the recipe includes 1/4 tsp. chipotle pepper powder; you can reduce this for less heat or add more to taste for an extra spicy kick.

What can I use if I don't have cashews for this recipe?

The recipe specifically suggests using raw sunflower seeds, also soaked, as an alternative to cashews to achieve a similar creamy base.

How can I customize the flavor of this plant-based cheese sauce?

You can adjust the sea salt and cumin to taste, and even add more water for your preferred consistency, as noted in the blending step.

How should I store leftover spicy vegan cheese sauce?

After blending, store any leftover spicy cheese sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator to maintain its freshness.

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Spicy Cheese Sauce
[Vegan]

Name: Spicy Cheese Sauce [Vegan]
Cook time: 30 min
Yield: 8-10
Ingredients: 1 cup raw cashews (soaked for at least 3 hours) or raw sunflower seeds (also soaked); 1 clove of garlic; 1/2 cup Nutritional yeast; 1/3 cup water; 2 TB. extra virgin olive oil; 1/2 tsp. Paprika; 1/4 tsp. Chipotle pepper powder; 1/2 tsp. sea salt (more to taste); 1 tsp. cumin (more to taste)

KM By: Kibby Miller

Author Bio

Kibby Miller turned her life and health around in 2010 by switching over to a plant-based diet... Read More

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A vibrant orange-yellow spicy vegan cheese sauce, served warm in a small bowl, ready for dipping with tortilla chips or drizzled over nachos.

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Ingredients You Need for Spicy Cheese Sauce [Vegan]

1 cup raw cashews (soaked for at least 3 hours) or raw sunflower seeds (also soaked)
1 clove of garlic
1/2 cup Nutritional yeast
1/3 cup water
2 TB. extra virgin olive oil
1/2 tsp. Paprika
1/4 tsp. Chipotle pepper powder
1/2 tsp. sea salt (more to taste)
1 tsp. cumin (more to taste)

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How to Prepare Spicy Cheese Sauce [Vegan]

Place all ingredients into a high-powered blender. Blend till smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste and add more water for preferred consistency.