CASHEW CREAM CHEESE (FROM ARTISAN VEGAN CHEESE)

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From genius chef Miyoko Schinner, author of Artisan Vegan Cheese comes this basic recipe for cream cheese. Ideal for use in cheese cakes or as a sub for anything calling for cream cheese or mascarpone. To make a block cheese, after culturing, line a sieve with cheese cloth and put a weight on top. Allow to drain for 24 hours.

Provided by Wish I Could Cook

Categories     Spreads

Time P2DT15m

Yield 2 Cups, 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups raw cashews, soaked in water for 8 hours and drained
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons non-dairy yogurt
1 pinch salt

Steps:

  • Put everything in a high-speed blender or food processor and process until smooth and creamy.
  • Transfer to a glass bowl, cover and allow to sit out at room temperature for 24-48 hours. (48 hours if using for a cheesecake.).
  • Cover and refrigerate. Will keep for two weeks in the fridge or 4 months in the freezer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1590.7, Fat 128, SaturatedFat 25.7, Cholesterol 3.8, Sodium 215.9, Carbohydrate 90.9, Fiber 8.2, Sugar 15.1, Protein 43

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