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297 responses to “Cashew Queso”

  1. Veggie Mama Avatar
    Veggie Mama

    I completely screwed this up the first time and it came out super thick (I think I finally figured out it was because I used cashew pieces which packed more densely into the measuring cup) but tonight I got it right and it’s so good I’m almost upset that I know about it. I’m going to think about this every day. We added a little chipotle powder and it was a worthy addition, though it didn’t need any modifications to be amazing.

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    1. Lenny Gale Avatar
      Lenny Gale

      #1 on best compliment list. I’m going to think about this every day. 💚

    2. Josh S Avatar
      Josh S

      Delicious and so easy! And that’s coming from a dedicated cheese eater who is trying to cut back. For my taste it came out a bit too salty, so I cut the salt in half the second time around. I also have a bell pepper allergy, so I subbed it with a large carrot. Turned out great.

  2. Fran G Avatar
    Fran G

    Fran G – Not quite totally vegan or WFPB yet, but I’m working on it. This was the first real recipe I made in my new Vitamix that wasn’t a smoothy. I was skeptical as many vegan recipes claim to be great but what a surprise when I tasted it. It tastes so much like real cheese sauce and is yummy delicious. Can’t wait to try your other Vitamix vegan recipes! Thank you so much 😊

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    1. Lenny Gale Avatar
      Lenny Gale

      Not 100% and skepticism are the norm! 🙂
      So glad you loved the queso — it’s a staple in our home (and friends’ when they invite us over and insist we bring it.)

  3. Sue Ellen Avatar
    Sue Ellen

    OMG: This was delish! I added about half a can of organic Rotel tomatoes for extra zing. Next time, I’ll add a drained can after it is made to give it a little texture. Love your recipes!

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    1. Lenny Gale Avatar
      Lenny Gale

      Sounds like a great addition, Sue. Keep up the good work. We appreciate you sharing our recipes and work with family and friends 🙂

  4. James Avatar
    James

    This is a food site so wtf is ‘kosher’ salt all about?

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    1. Lenny Gale Avatar
      Lenny Gale

      Hi James, kosher salt is unique because of its size and shape. Has nothing to do with religion.

      Regular ol’ table salt or sea salt will work just fine. 👍

  5. Gramma Di Avatar
    Gramma Di

    The first time I made this it was very runny so the next time I only put 3/4 cup almond mild and it turned out perfect. Thanks for the recipes.

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    1. Lenny Gale Avatar
      Lenny Gale

      So glad it turned out perfect. 🙂

  6. Tammy Avatar
    Tammy

    We love it as is, but my husband came up with a great variation—we subbed cauliflower for the red pepper and left out the spices (except salt). It made a terrific healthy “Alfredo” sauce for pasta. After mixing with the pasta, we added a little more starchy pasta water to thin it a bit, and plenty of black pepper and a little parsley on top. Delicious! Next time, I might add a pinch of nutmeg. Thanks for a great recipe, Lenny!

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    1. Lenny Gale Avatar
      Lenny Gale

      Love this! I think you may have backed into our Alfredo sauce recipe! 🙂

  7. Alison Avatar
    Alison

    I’ve made this exactly to recipe several times and love it! Just so happens I don’t have almond milk on hand right now and I’m suffering from a pregnancy-induced vegan queso craving. I’m trying to decide if I should try the recipe with oat milk (which I have in hand), but sometimes oat milk gets funny when heated, so I’m nervous about wasting all the nuts.
    Has anyone tried it with oat milk instead of almond?

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    1. Lenny Gale Avatar
      Lenny Gale

      We just recently had a pregnancy-related queso craving, too. 🙂
      Try to replace the almond milk with plain ol’ water. And maybe add a few extra nuts. Should be the same. (After all, store-bought almond milk isn’t much more than a few nuts.)

  8. Bruce Avatar
    Bruce

    Maaaaan!! This was off the chain!!! Me and my wife made this together and it was SO GOOD!! I added more chill pepper than the recipe required, to add a kick to it. I also chopped up fresh cellery and put it in there and it was SUPER GOOD! Yea, this is DEFIANTLY a winner!! 👍👌☺😉

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    1. Lenny Gale Avatar
      Lenny Gale

      Thanks for making it and sharing it with your wife! Appreciate it so

  9. Ava Avatar
    Ava

    As a new Vitamix owner, I can’t thank you enough for this recipe (and others on your site). My partner is lactose intolerant and now he gets to enjoy this “queso.” Our kids love it and I always have to double it when I make it! My one tip to others would be to make sure your nuts are unsalted. Otherwise, adding salt is too much. Or, if you use salted nuts don’t add extra. Anyway, we’ ve got nothing but love for this delicious, amazing recipe!

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    1. Lenny Gale Avatar
      Lenny Gale

      HeyHey, thanks, Ava. So glad you and your family love it as much as we do. Great tip about the salt, btw. Really helpful 👍

  10. Janet Avatar
    Janet

    Maybe I ran it too long in the Vitamix? It came out super thick and tasteless. I had to add tons of hot sauce to make it edible.

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    1. Lenny Gale Avatar
      Lenny Gale

      Very possible. Maybe next time add a bit of water?

  11. Shelby Weinstein Avatar
    Shelby Weinstein

    Hi! Very excited to try this. I don’t have a Vitamix , though. Just a regular ol’ blender and regular food processor. Would you recommend I soak the nuts first? Is so, for how long? Thanks so much! Can’t wait to make this!

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    1. Lenny Gale Avatar
      Lenny Gale

      Yeah, soaking the nuts may help with the consistency.

      Also, you’ll need to heat the queso on the stovetop in a pot. 🙂

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  13. Valerie Avatar
    Valerie

    Game changer!!! Only had cashews and didn’t have a red bell pepper so subbed salsa. Ridiculously yummy. Even my non-vegan teens who think everything I eat is weird and gross loved this! I will be making it often!

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    1. Lenny Gale Avatar
      Lenny Gale

      Heyhey Valerie! Salsa is a great sub for a red pepper. Thanks for sharing the tip!

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  15. Juli Avatar
    Juli

    Seriously the best quest dip! My husband could not believe how good it was! I like it better than any queso I’ve ever had AND it’s good for you! Win/win!

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    1. Lenny Gale Avatar
      Lenny Gale

      Yes!

  16. Emily Avatar
    Emily

    Can’t wait to try this. Do you think fresh garlic clove would work in place of garlic powder?

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    1. Lenny Gale Avatar
      Lenny Gale

      Yes!

  17. Sue Avatar
    Sue

    Very excited about this recipe! Delicious – can’t wait to surprise my hubby with nachos tonight!

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