Cheese is one of those things that some Vegans say they miss. Here is a very easy recipe for a tasty spreadable cheese!

2 cups raw cashews
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 lemon, zested
3 Tbsp of fresh lemon juice
4 Tbsp nutritional yeast
1/2 tsp each: sea salt and white pepper
2 Tbsp olive oil
3/4 cup water
OPTIONAL: minced chives or dill for serving
EQUIPMENT NEEDED: Food Processor and Cheesecloth.

DIRECTIONS:

-Cover the cashews with cold water and place in the fridge for 12 hours or overnight.
-Drain the cashews and add all ingredients to a food processor. Process until very smooth.
-Place a colander over a large bowl and line the colander with two pieces of cheesecloth. Scrape the mixture into the cloth and twist the cloth so it is tight around the mixture. Secure with a twist tie or elastic.
-Put the bowl and mixture into the refrigerator for 6 hours or until set.

NOTES; Sprinkle with fresh chives or dill for serving, and top with pickled jalapenos, roaster red peppers or sliced olives.