Can I make this nut-free?

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It's got a little kick, so if you're super sensitive to spice, you can use half the amount of chipotle pepper.

What if I don't have a high-powered blender?

It might help to soak the cashew in hot water for 1-2 hours to help soften them.

How long will this keep in the fridge?

It will keep for 2-3 days in the first (but will be gone fast!).

Chipotle Cashew Queso Recipe

Description

Smoky, silky smooth, beyond creamy Chipotle Cashew Queso! Made with all pantry ingredients that you just toss in a blender. Top it on tacos, fajitas, nachos and more!

Ingredients

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1 cup cashews
1/2 cup water
1 (4-ounce) can diced green chiles
1 chipotle pepper canned in adobo (more to taste)
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (more if your cashews are unsalted)
optional, for more oomph: 1-2 tablespoons of the chipotle adobo sauce, or 1 teaspoon chili powder
optional, for more cheeziness: 2-4 tablespoons nutritional yeast

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Instructions

Blend everything together at a high speed until very smooth. Taste and adjust.
Serve on tacos, fajitas, nachos, rice bowls, grilled chicken and veggies, with straight chips, really ANYTHING. It’s pure smoky, cheezy goodness.

Equipment

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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Category: Sauce
Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired

Keywords: chipotle cashew queso, vegan queso, chipotle queso