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Smokey and Light Cheezy Sauce

March 30, 2017 by christine

Leela and I seem to be on the same page this week – we’d prefer hiding in soft, warm blankets all day. Only she actually gets to do it.

Rough life. That’s okay, I get to enjoy this creamy, savory, and smokey cheezy sauce. There are tons of vegan cheese sauce recipes out there, so many variations from healthier veggie based versions to decadent and pricey cashew based ones. Which is freaking awesome, right? This recipe is somewhere in between because it’s avocado based. But it also packs carrot, miso paste in place of salt, garlic, and a Dijon mustard. What really sets it apart for me is a savory smokey flavor from a dash of liquid smoke and the light and airy, yet creamy and decadent texture.

Smokey Avocado Cheezy Sauce

  • 1 avocado, seeded and scooped
  • 1 carrot, chopped
  • 2 tbsp. lemon juice
  • 1 small clove of garlic
  • 1 tsp. onion powder
  • 1 tbsp. miso paste
  • ½ tsp. liquid smoke (or more if you like)
  • 2 tsp. Dijon mustard
  • 2 tbsp. nutritional yeast
  • ½ cup water, as needed

Place all ingredients into a high speed blender and blend to a smooth and creamy texture. Serve and enjoy! Makes 4 servings.

It can be served as a salad dressing, dip, spread, or as a sauce for mac n’ cheese. It’s versatile texture works in raw or heated recipes nicely.

I decided to use it in a simple oil-free saute of chickpeas, cauliflower, carrots, celery, and kale. I sauteed the veggies in just enough veggie broth in medium high heat to reach desired texture, then removed the heat and stirred in the sauce. Check out that cheddar-like color.

It coated the blend perfectly in creamy comfort.

Just gorgeous.

The flavor works great in a hot dish, avocado-based sauces do not disappoint in cooked dishes as long as they’re not over cooked.

This satisfying dish was perfect with a tangy, cheddar-like savory and smokey flavor. Comfort yourself with this healthy blend.

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Comments

  1. Hannah says

    March 31, 2017 at 9:20 am

    Oh, that luscious last photo! You captured the steam so beautifully, it’s impossible not to get hungry just looking at that.

    • christine says

      April 1, 2017 at 6:16 am

      Haha, thanks and I knew you’d appreciate that one. :-)

  2. Jennifer says

    March 31, 2017 at 11:01 am

    I love everything about that sauce and everything about the finished product with it WITH the veggies OMG! Heaven!

    • christine says

      April 1, 2017 at 6:17 am

      Thanks – worth trying, it’s perfect with savory smokey flavor!

      • Jennifer says

        April 17, 2017 at 6:21 am

        I still have my stash of that organic liquid smoke! I bet it would be WONDERFUL in this!

        • christine says

          April 17, 2017 at 8:41 am

          Nice, I am a fan of liquid smoke and what it can do for potato and bean soups.

  3. Linda @ Veganosity says

    March 31, 2017 at 11:59 am

    That sounds so warm and cozy. I’m with you and Leela, I’ve been feeling like staying under covers this week too. The rain is doing me in!

    • christine says

      April 1, 2017 at 6:18 am

      Thanks! Agreed, I’ve been dealing with a cold or allergies this week with the crazy winds and wanting to stay home myself!

  4. Cecilia says

    April 1, 2017 at 7:46 am

    Wow, your pictures made me hungry….! It looks so delicious!

    • christine says

      April 2, 2017 at 5:18 am

      Haha, thanks! It’s not often I pull off great shots. :-)

  5. Laura ~ RYG says

    April 2, 2017 at 7:23 am

    Glad this is avocado based, there are on sale again at the grocery store! I find they are creamy so I can see how they’d work perfectly into this “cheezy” sauce. Great!!

    • christine says

      April 2, 2017 at 2:43 pm

      Nice, you will not be disappointed with this sauce!

Hello! I'm Christine, an IT Professional in Northern California. I'm also passionate about a healthy, plant based lifestyle, running, fitness, and being eco-friendly. 40 (ack!), married, with furkids. Read More…

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