Comments from the book: This LOW-FAT SAUCE makes great Mac and "Cheese" or Baked Ziti. Best of all, it only takes about 5 minutes to put together. It may seem as though this recipe will not work in a blender, but with a little patience (or a Vitamix) it does. if your onions are strong, blanch them in boiling water for a few minutes, or saute them over medium heat for about 5 minutes before adding them to the blender.
MAKES ABOUT 2 1/2 CUPS
1 large yellow onion, peeled and coarsely chopped
1 large red bell pepper, seeded and coarsely chopped
3 tablespoons cashews, (toasted optional)
1 tablespoon tahini (optional)
1 cup nutritional yeast
Combine all ingredients in a blender in the order given and puree until smooth and creamy, adding up to 1/2 cup of water if necessary to achieve a smooth consistency.
VARIATIONS
- Use an equal amount of roasted red bell peppers in place of the raw pepper.
- Combine the prepared sauce with a jar of fresh salsa, and use it as a dip for vegetables.
- Add 1/2 teaspoon of nutmeg with the salt.
My Notes - I make this recipe just as it is directed (do not roast the cashews and do add the tahini). I have never tried the variations.
Enjoy!
