This vegan cheese base can be used to create a sauce that is perfect for nachos, dips, fondue, etc. This base can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 months or in the freezer for 6 months.

1 cup nutritional yeast
3/4 cup raw cashews
1/2 cup raw pumpkin seeds
1/4 cup rolled oats
2 tbsp arrowroot
2 tsp dry mustard
2 tsp garlic powder
2 tsp onion powder
2 tsp salt
1 tsp turmeric powder
1 tsp smoked paprika

Combine all ingredients in a food processor until ground to a fine powder. Store in a plastic bag in the refrigerator or freezer.

To make cheese sauce: Combine 1 cup of non-dairy milk and combine 1/2 cup of cheese base in a sauce pan. Bring to simmer and whisk until thick and smooth.

Try any of the following add-ins to create different cheese sauce flavors:

Jalapeño Sauce: Combine chopped jalapeños into the cheese sauce.
Chili Sauce: Combine chili powder, tamari or soy sauce, and liquid smoke into cheese sauce.
Salsa Cheese Sauce: Mix in salsa into a cup cheese sauce.
“Meat” and Salsa Sauce: Sautee onions and garlic in olive oil. Add in vegan “meat” crumbles and sauté for an additional 5 minutes. Add salsa. Perfect for NACHOS!!!