Savoury Cashew Cream

This can be the base to a lot of different sauces it’s just a matter of adding other flavours.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup raw cashews soaked at least 2 hours, drained and rinsed.
• 1/2 cup water.
• 195 gm (7 oz) firm tofu.
• 1 Tblsp olive oil.
• 1 Tbls nutritional yeast.
• 1/4 cup water – more if needed.
• 2 tsp garlic powder.
• Salt to taste.

Method:

1. Blend the cashews and 1/2 cup of water until smooth.
2. Add the rest of the ingredients and blend until creamy adding more water as needed.
3. Heat in a pot over a low to medium heat – do not boil.
4. Store in a covered jar in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Note:

• Can be used on its own, but better if other flavours are added.
• Add more water to get it to the consistency you want.
• See Creamy Tomato Sauce or Pesto Sauce for ideas.