Vegan Cheese Sauce (nut free)

vegan cheese sauce with carrots and potatoes

This simple cheese sauce is made from wholesome veggies like potatoes and carrots—delicious on nachos, pasta, and more!

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled & diced
  • 1 cup carrots, peeled & diced
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 cup nutritional yeast
  • 2 tbsp oil, neutral flavored oil works best
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Place the potatoes and carrots in a medium pot and cover with cold water by about 1 inch.
  2. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer uncovered for 15–20 minutes, or until soft.
  3. Drain in a colander.
  4. Transfer to a high-speed blender along with the remaining ingredients. Blend until smooth.
  5. Pour directly over hot, freshly cooked pasta or vegetables. Can also be heated on it’s own and served with chips or used on nachos.

Optional: Add a can of rotel at the end for a fun queso dip!