Delicious and Easy Savory Vegan Gravy

Simple and delicious plant-based comfort food.

It’s said we should eat to live, not live to eat.

While nourishing our bodies with healthy foods is important, we shouldn’t have to sacrifice flavor or pleasure altogether. Sometimes a big bowl of comfort food is the perfect medicine.

But we can have the best of both worlds. Delicious plant-based comfort food that’s also good for us. Foods that boost nutrients, increase energy, and contribute to weight loss and maintenance.

When I first started eating more plant-based, it felt overwhelming. I didn’t want to give up my favorites, but I knew the benefits were too good to ignore. Thankfully, years of experimenting have shown me eating more plant-based foods can be just as satisfying and delicious.

Simple swaps make all the difference.

This creamy, rich, and easy savory gravy is one of our favorites. And the pairings seem endless.

• Biscuits

• Mashed potatoes

• Lentil loaf

• Loaded mashed potato bowls

• Veggie burgers

• Vegan Shepard’s Pie

• Roasted veggies

• Vegan Swedish meatballs

Packed with heart-healthy fats, plant-based protein, and nutrient-dense. It’s a great source of vitamins and minerals contributing to overall health.

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Savory Vegan Gravy

Yield: 6-8

Author: Julie Gaeta

Prep time: 5 MinCook time: 10 MinInactive time: 10 MinTotal time: 25 Min

Creamy cashews give this gravy a smooth and velvety texture. Nutritional yeast and herbs add a depth of complexity to this rich and flavorful sauce. This versatile gravy is a perfect pairing for many dishes — especially mashed potatoes.

Ingredients

• 1 cup raw cashews
• 2 cups water
• 2 cups of additional water or stock
• 1 vegan bouillon cube (omit if using stock)
• 2 Tbsp Tamari
• 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard
• 2 Tbsp nutritional yeast
• 1 Tbsp garlic powder
• 1 Tbsp onion powder
• 1/2 tsp sage
• 1 Tbsp dried parsley
• 20 turns pepper

Instructions

1. Soak the cashews in water for 10 minutes. If you don’t have a high-speed blender, soak the cashews in water for at least two hours or overnight.
2. Drain and rinse the cashews and add to the blender.
3. Add all ingredients to the blender and blend on high until smooth.
4. Add to a medium saucepan and bring to a boiling simmer on medium heat, whisking constantly.
5. Once it reaches desired thickness (about 5 minutes), turn off the heat.
6. Taste and adjust seasonings to your desired liking.
7. Top with parsley and additional pepper (optional).
8. Serve hot.

Notes

• If it's too thick, you can add additional water. If too thin, simmer a minute or two longer.
• Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the refrigerator. You may need to add more water when reheating as it tends to get thick.
• Delicious over lentil loaf, mashed potatoes, and veggie burgers.