Smoky Vegan Cheddar Cheese

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup raw cashews (, soaked in hot water for 15-20 minutes)
• 1/2 cup non-dairy yogurt (, unsweetened)
• 1/3 cup soy milk (, unsweetened)
• 3-4 tablespoons lemon juice (, fresh-squeezed (I used 4))
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil (, refined)
• 2 tablespoons jarred pimientos
• 1 1/2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar (, more to taste )
• 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 1 1/2 tablespoons tapioca flour/starch
• 1 teaspoon sea salt (, more to taste)
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 3/4 teaspoon granulated garlic
• 1/2 teaspoon granulated onion
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper ((*optional))
• 1/3 cup water
• 2 1/2 teaspoons agar agar powder

Nutrition (per serving)