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How to Make a Vegan Nut Cheese Spread

7/26/2017

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Vegan cooking has graduated from EASY101 to a more sophisticated method of cooking. Ever since I started my vegan cooking journey in 2004, I am thrilled, and sometimes shocked, at how much the industry has changed. Back in college, at Bowling Green State University, I worked at a small vegan cafe and health food called "Squeakers." During this time, veggie burgers were innovative and every product contained soy. 

Products like cashew milk and coconut yogurt didn't exist - until now. However, sophisticated cooking doesn't have to be difficult. I preach simple living and though I cook nearly everyday, I don't have endless minutes to spend in the kitchen.  

Making a nut cheese spread is easier than one thinks. All you do is soak the nuts, blend the ingredients and wah lah - cheese spread. Use this on baked goods like crostatas or galletes, or use as a savory spread on top of bagels. The choice is yours.

​This savory recipe uses blanched almonds, but you can replace this with cashews or macadamia nuts. 
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How to Make a Nut Cheese Spread
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Prep time: 5-10 minutes

Ingredients: 
1 cup blanched almonds
1 garlic clove
1.5 tbsp. lemon juice
1.25 tbsp. olive oil
1/8 + 1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp. nutritional yeast
2-3 tbsp water

Directions:
Place all of the ingredients into a food processor, except for the water and blend. While blending, gradually add the water one tablespoon at a time. Scrap the sides of the food processor and blend until your desired texture. Adjust any flavors and serve. 

From here, you can also bake the cheese. Form the cheese into a wheel and bake at 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes. 

Stay tuned next week for my squash blossom crostata using this nut cheese spread. 

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Moni Latos
7/26/2017 09:37:26 am

Thank you for the recipe

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Elizabeth
7/26/2017 12:19:59 pm

Aww thank you so much :) Hope you enjoy it!

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