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From Christian Vegetarian Association (CVA)

Best Vegan Nacho Cheese Sauce
(Food.com)

Ingredients:
 
3 1/2 cups water
2 cups raw cashews
2 lemons, juice of
3/4 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder (heaping)
1 teaspoon onion powder (heaping)
3 teaspoons salt
1 (7 ounce) can pimientos (including the liquid)
1/2 cup nutritional yeast
 
Preparation:

1) Soak raw cashews for a few hours (this will help the sauce be smoother and less grainy from the nuts though the flavor is good either way).
2) Put 2 1/2 cups of water into a blender with all of the ingredients and blend until smooth.
3) Pour the blended mixture into a saucepan and add the remaining water.
4) Heat the mixture in a saucepan for about 20 minutes.
5) Stir continually to prevent it from burning.
6) Add water to desired consistency (optional).
7) Use as a nacho cheese dip or as a replacement for cheese on other yummy foods!