I've got your new food addiction! Vegan nacho cheese. And yes, it tastes like cheese!
Don't worry, this vegan nacho cheese sauce is actually harmless because it's made with potatoes and carrots. Woo hoo! And I made it completely nut-free. This recipe has been copied by every vegan blogger on the internet, but just know, you've landed on the original vegan nacho cheese recipe and it's the best ever!
I've tried many cheese sauce recipes as well as products I've found at some specialty stores. None of it is very good. Sometimes it just tastes like nuts, or nothing, or something else you can't quite figure out on your tastebuds. Well, you'll get none of that with this version! The secret ingredient is the pickled jalapeños and the brine— which is the liquid in the jar or can of pickled jalapeños. THAT is what adds the tang and the nostalgic flavor.
