raw cashew cheese

raw cashew cheese

I made this raw cashew cheese the other day as I can't eat dairy and was missing cheese! The added spices and herbs of garlic powder, onion powder and dill really did lend a nice cheesy savory taste. It was very easy to make and by using agar agar in the recipe the cheese mixture firmed up nicely. It slices and grates just like regular cheese. I even melted it on some rye sourdough for my version of a cheese melt- yummy!
I soaked the cashews before hand for about 4 hours and made sure they were raw and organic. They blended up really easily with a touch of salt and lime to enhance the flavor. You could add jalapenos, black pepper, or any other spices that you enjoy. Next time I am going to try it with some spicy peppers and paprika for a taste kick. I think the flecks of color will look attractive too.