Step 1

Provided that you've soaked the cashews for about 15 to 30 minutes or longer, place all of the ingredients into a high-speed blender and blend until thick and creamy. Everything should unite within a minute or two of blending. A well-blended mixture will have the consistency of a creamy, somewhat runny, frosting, but don't worry; your homemade 3-Step Sage & Cashew Cream Cheese Spread will firm up to a spreadable consistency once it chills.

Step 2

Pour or scrape the blended mixture into the container of choice and chill until it reaches the consistency of spreadable cheese. And if you're in a hurry no worries. It usually takes about 30 minutes or less to thicken into a creamy, delightfully spreadable consistency. Chilling for a more extended period is perfectly fine, too - even as long as overnight or days ahead! That make-ahead option is terrific when entertaining!

Step 3

Serve with fresh veggies, crackers, bagels, and wedges of your favorite bread. Slather it on morning toast or smear it on your favorite wrap to add a delicious cheesiness to your next creation! Or if you like, slow roast some tomatoes and toast some walnuts and top it off as we did - it's irresistible! To slow roast tomatoes, pop them in the oven and bake at 350º for about 45 minutes. Adding optional garlic and favorite fresh herbs at about 30 minutes in creates an excellent level of flavor, too. You may store your oil-free, 3-Step Sage & Cashew Cream Cheese in the refrigerator for up to 5-7 days. But don't be too surprised if it magically disappears after just a day or two.