Step 1

If using a high-speed blender: place all ingredients in your blender along with 2/3 cups water. Blend for 2-3 minutes, stopping once to scrape the sides of the blender down, or until you have a thick, completely smooth cream.

Step 2

If using a food processor: place all ingredients into the bowl of a food processor fitted with the S blade. Process for about 30 seconds, in order to break the cashews down. Stop and use a spatula to scrape down the sides of the food processor. Begin processing again, and while the processor is running, add 2/3 cup water to the machine in a thin stream. Process the cashew sour cream for a full 5 minutes, or until it's thick and very smooth. Stop as needed to scrape the sides of the processor down along the way.

Step 3

Taste the sour cream and add additional salt, lemon or lime juice to your liking. Serve or store.