Vegan bechamel sauce

1 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
2cupsSoymilk
cup;water
¼cupCashew nuts
1teaspoonSea salt
teaspoonWhite pepper
dashNutmeg
¼cupCooking oil, preferably sesame or corn oil
½cupUnbleached flour

Directions

Blend the soymilk, water, cashews, and seasonings in a blender until smooth. Pour into a double boiler and heat.

Meanwhile, heat the oil in a small saucepan. Add the flour to make a roux. Then whisk it into the heated soy milk mixture to make a light, creamy sauce. For a thicker sauce, use more roux.