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Dairy Free Queso
Prep Time
2
hrs
10
mins
Cook Time
5
mins
Cuisine:
American, Mexican
Servings:
8
Author:
Cindy
Equipment
High Powered Blender like a, Vitamix, Nutri Ninja, or Blendtec*
Ingredients
1
c.
Organic raw cashews
1
can. Full fat coconut milk
4
tbsp.
Nutritional yeast
1-1/2
tsp.
Salt
¼
tsp.
Garlic powder
¼
tsp.
Onion powder
¼
–1/2 tsp. Chili powder
Pinch
Cayenne powder
Diced green chilis and /or diced tomatoes
optional
Instructions
Soak cashews for about 2 hours. You can get away with soaking for less time, but you will get a smoother sauce if the cashew are soaked
Drain the cashews and place in blender with rest of ingredients. Blend until very smooth and creamy. I use the smoothie button on my Blendtec.
Pour into a saucepan and warm over medium-low heat. Add diced green chilis and/or tomatoes if using.
Serve with tortilla chips or on your favorite Mexican dish. Makes about 2 cups of Queso.
Once chilled, the thickened sauce also makes a great “cheese” dip for crackers.
Notes
Macros for one serving (1/4 c)
Calories: 155
Fat=7g
Protein: 5g
Carbs: 7g
Fiber: 2g
Net carbs: 5g