Incredible Vegan Nacho Cheese Sauce

1. In a large saucepan add chopped cauliflower, sweet potatoes, bay leaf, and garlic and cover with water.
2. Bring to a boil. Reduce to simmer and cook until tender.
3. Drain and save liquid. Remove bay leaf.
4. Transfer drained veggies to a high-speed blender, along with the jalapeno (optional).
5. Add salsa and vegan cheese. Add spices (cumin, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt and pepper), nutritional yeast, and chickpea water.
6. Blend for at least 2 minutes until smooth. Add plant-based milk to thin for cheesy consistency.

Use this in our Wicked Nacho Mac Pie!