American Cheese (Cashew)

What you need:

1 cup water
1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon unflavored Kosher gelatin (made with carrageenan or agar-agar)
1 1/4 cup boiling water
2 cups raw cashews
1/4 cup yeast flakes
1 tablespoon salt
2 tablespoon onion powder
1/2 tablespoon garlic powder
1/4 cup lemon juice
4 oz pimiento or 1/2 large sweet red peper or 2 tablespoon paprika

What you do:

In blender, soak gelatin in cold water. Assemble other ingredients. Add boiling water and whiz briefly to disolve. Add cashews and liquify. Add remaining ingredients and blend until creamy. Spray 1-quart mold (pan) with Pam. Pour cheese into mold and cool slightly. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Remove and slice after firm. Can be frozen.

Preparation Time:

30 min

Cooking Time:

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Recipe Category:

Cheese Alternatives