Butternut Squash “Cheez” Sauce

Butternut Squash “cheez“ sauce! A nut free, dairy free alternative with butternut squash, hummus, nutritional yeast, and garlic!

This is an amazing Butternut Squash “Cheez” Sauce is an beautiful alternative if you don’t want to use nuts or simply want a cheese sauce alternative that is packed with flavor and nutrients. I use this sauce on my Creamed Spaghetti Squash but it would also be great on pasta for a fun twist on mac and cheese, in lasagna, as part of a soup base, or over roasted veggies!

I got this idea for this recipe because my friend is allergic to dairy but also recently found out she is also allergic to nuts to many of the cashew or almond based alternatives won’t work for her. I’ve been making this recipe a lot in lieu of the cashew based cheese sauce and I’m loving how much lighter it is. I know I get enough good quality nuts in my diet so this is a wonderful alternative and fun way to extra add veggies in.

Make ahead:

This recipe can easily be made in advance. Make it over the weekend and add to pasta, vegetables, or soups throughout the week. You could also make a big batch and store in the freezer to have on hand whenever you may need. It will keep in the freezer for up to 6 months.

What you need to make this recipe:

• Organic butternut squash (I used frozen)
• Full fat organic coconut milk
• Nutritional yeast
• Hummus
• Garlic
• Salt

Leave a comment below if you made this “Butternut Squash Cheez” Sauce and let me know how you liked it!

Butternut Squash “Cheez” Sauce

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• Author: Breghan
• Total Time: 8
• Yield: 6 servings 1x
• Diet: Vegan

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Description

A nut free creamy vegan butternut Squash “cheez” sauce loaded with vitamins and packed with flavor!

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Ingredients

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• 16 ounces frozen organic butternut squash, thawed
• ¼ cup canned full fat organic coconut milk
• ⅔ cup nutritional yeast
• 1 cup hummus
• 2 cloves garlic
• ¼ teaspoon salt

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Instructions

• Add all ingredients to a blender and blend until very smooth and creamy!

Equipment

Vitamix Blender

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Notes

1.  Refrigerator: Store in a covered container for up to 1 week.
2. Freezer: Store in a freezer safe container for up to 4 months.

• Prep Time: 3
• Cook Time: 5
• Category: sauce
• Method: Food Processor
• Cuisine: Vegan, Vegetarian, GF, DF

Keywords: nut free cheese sauce, butternut squash, dairy free cheese sauce, vegan cheese sauce