Cheese” Sauce

This versatile vegan cheese sauce delivers a rich, creamy texture without any dairy. By blending cooked potatoes with water, you create a smooth, velvety base that mimics the mouthfeel of traditional cheese sauces. Nutritional yeast adds the essential cheesy, nutty flavor profile, while lemon juice provides a bright, zesty kick to cut through the richness. A jar of pimientos offers a subtle sweetness and a pop of color. This sauce is perfect for drizzling over roasted vegetables, tossing with pasta, or using as a dip for fresh veggies. It&# 226;ÂÂs a quick, pantry-friendly staple that brings comfort food vibes to any meal.

Cuisine: Global

Courses: Sauces & Condiments

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 1

Calories: 692.5

Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian

Description

This versatile vegan cheese sauce delivers a rich, creamy texture without any dairy. By blending cooked potatoes with water, you create a smooth, velvety base that mimics the mouthfeel of traditional cheese sauces. Nutritional yeast adds the essential cheesy, nutty flavor profile, while lemon juice provides a bright, zesty kick to cut through the richness. A jar of pimientos offers a subtle sweetness and a pop of color. This sauce is perfect for drizzling over roasted vegetables, tossing with pasta, or using as a dip for fresh veggies. It&# 226;ÂÂs a quick, pantry-friendly staple that brings comfort food vibes to any meal.

Ingredients

1/4 cups Cooked, peeled potato
2 cups Water
1 Oz jar pimientos
1/2 teaspoons Onion powder
1/4 cups Brewer's yeast flakes
(nutritional yeast)
3 Tablspoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
1 Salt to taste, if desired

Directions

1
Place the cooked, peeled potato and 1/4 to 1/3 cup of the water into a blender jar.
2
Blend on high speed until the potato is completely pureed and smooth.
3
Add the remaining water, drained pimientos, onion powder, nutritional yeast flakes, cornstarch, and fresh lemon juice to the blender.
4
Blend again until the mixture is fully combined and uniform in color.
5
Pour the liquid mixture into a small saucepan over medium heat.
6
Cook, stirring constantly with a whisk or wooden spoon, until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy, about 7 to 8 minutes.
7
Taste and add salt if desired.
8
Serve immediately while hot and creamy.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 692.5kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.6g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 195193.8mg8134%
Total Carbohydrate 163.7g55%
Dietary Fiber 1.5g6%
Sugars 3.6g
Protein 2.8g6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: vegan, cheese sauce, nutritional yeast, dairy free, pasta sauce, potato base, creamy sauce, pimientos, quick recipe, blender recipe, comfort food, dip, plant based, homemade, easy cooking, vegetarian, side dish, flavorful, smooth texture

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