Cheesy Herbed Cashew Spread
OK, for all of you who think “eating vegan” is so tough, check this one out! Forgo the nut covered cheese ball this year at that holiday party and offer your guests this dreamy little delight. It also makes a great hostess gift. Let’s kill two birds here (sorry, PETA) – package this up as a gift and give. Chances are they’ll put it out and now you, my plant based partner, will have something to nosh on too!
Ingredients
Setup
- 1 1/2 C raw cashews, soaked for an hour
- 2 tsp unfiltered apple cider vinegar
- 2 TBS tomato paste
- 1 TBS Italian seasoning (21 Seasoning Salute from Trader Joe’s is MUCH encouraged!)
- 2 TBS nutritional yeast flakes
Directions
Blend cashews, vinegar and tomato paste. Once creamy add Italian seasoning and the nutritional yeast and continue to blend only until all ingredients are well incorporated (another 15 seconds or so). Chill for at least 30 minutes. Use as a spread, dip or condiment!
