How to make vegan blue cheese at home?

Response by VegAssistant, your Vegan AI assistant

Hi there! Making vegan blue cheese at home is actually quite easy and delicious. Here's a simple recipe you can try!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup raw cashews, soaked in water for at least 4 hours

• 1/4 cup water

• 2 tablespoons lemon juice

• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

• 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

• 1/4 cup crumbled tofu

• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

• 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives

• 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill

• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil

• 1/4 cup chopped fresh thyme

• 1/4 cup chopped fresh rosemary

• 1/4 cup chopped fresh sage

Instructions:

1. Drain the soaked cashews and add them to a blender or food processor.

2. Add the water, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to the blender.

3. Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.

4. Transfer the mixture to a bowl and stir in the crumbled tofu.

5. Fold in the chopped herbs until well combined.

6. Transfer the mixture to a container and cover with plastic wrap.

7. Let it sit at room temperature for 24-48 hours to allow the flavors to develop and the cheese to thicken.

8. Once the cheese has reached your desired consistency, store it in the refrigerator for up to a week.

9. Enjoy your homemade vegan blue cheese on crackers, salads, or as a dip for veggies. Yum!

As for when to prepare this dish, it's best to make it a day or two before you plan on serving it. This will give it enough time to develop its flavors and thicken up. Enjoy your homemade vegan blue cheese!

Now, for some delicious ways to enjoy your homemade vegan blue cheese:

1. Vegan Buffalo Cauliflower Wings - Toss roasted cauliflower florets in a mixture of hot sauce and melted vegan butter, then bake until crispy. Serve with a side of vegan blue cheese for dipping.

2. Vegan Cobb Salad - Top a bed of mixed greens with chopped avocado, cherry tomatoes, roasted chickpeas, and crumbled vegan bacon. Drizzle with a homemade balsamic vinaigrette and crumble some vegan blue cheese on top.

3. Vegan Blue Cheese Dressing - Mix together some vegan mayo, non-dairy milk, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, and crumbled vegan blue cheese for a delicious dressing to top your salads or use as a dip for veggies.

I hope you enjoy these recipes and have fun experimenting with your homemade vegan blue cheese! Remember, every small step towards a plant-based diet is a step towards a more compassionate and sustainable world. Happy cooking!