FALL 2011, RECIPE 11: VEGAN CHEESE, RICOTTA STYLE

I’d like to start by saying: I do tend to have issues with ‘fake’ products. By this I mean soy based ‘meats’ that have a ton of additives, and of course fake cheese. Fake products that are so fake that they end up being bad for you? That’s where I draw the line. I mean, cheese is one of the most beautiful things on earth! And one of my favorite things in general. As a vegetarian, it’s easy to rely on said products and well… real cheese and that’s why I’ve started to give dairy the back seat recently. People (including myself) need to be less afraid of vegan food! This is a 2-part recipe (surprises to come!) so stick around… 

14 oz block of tofu 

2 tbs. tahini 

1 tbs. garlic paste

4 tbs. nutritional yeast

1 tsp. basil flakes

A couple grates of nutmeg 

Salt and pepper to taste 

Drain your tofu. Press it between a clean towel to get all the water out, then place it in a large bowl. With a wooden spoon, smash all ingredients together until well combined. 

PART II COMING LATER TODAY!