Creamy and Delicious Vegan Cashew Alfredo Sauce

Indulge in the richness of this vegan cashew alfredo sauce that is velvety smooth, incredibly flavorful, and utterly satisfying. Made with wholesome ingredients like cashews, nutritional yeast, and garlic, this dairy-free sauce will elevate any dish to a new level of decadence. The creamy texture and cheesy taste make it a perfect replacement for traditional alfredo sauces. Whether you are a vegan or not, this recipe is a must-try!

Ingredients

• 1 cup raw cashews
• 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Directions

1. Soak the cashews in water for at least 4 hours or overnight. Drain and rinse.
2. In a blender, combine the soaked cashews, almond milk, minced garlic, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
3. Blend until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy. If needed, add more almond milk to achieve the desired consistency.
4. Transfer the sauce to a saucepan and heat over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
5. Serve the vegan cashew alfredo sauce over your favorite pasta, steamed vegetables, or use it as a creamy topping for pizza.

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