Warm Roasted Garlic & Caramelized Onion Cashew Cheese Spread

This luxurious holiday spread blends velvety VegNature Cashew Cheese with sweet, slow-caramelized onions and soft, golden roasted garlic for a deeply comforting, savoury flavour. Warm, rich, and beautifully aromatic, it delivers that irresistible “holiday kitchen” scent with every bite. Finished with herbs and a touch of balsamic, it’s an elegant yet effortless appetizer that feels indulgent, welcoming, and perfect for festive gatherings.

Ingredients

• 1 container VegNature Cashew Cheese (Garlic & Fine Herbs or Original)

• 1 large sweet onion, thinly sliced

• 1 whole bulb garlic

• 1 tbsp olive oil + extra for roasting

• 1 tsp balsamic vinegar

• 1–2 tsp fresh thyme or rosemary, minced

• Sea salt + cracked pepper to taste

• Optional toppings:

  • Toasted walnuts or pine nuts

  • Fresh herbs

  • A drizzle of balsamic glaze

Instructions

1. Roast the Garlic
   Slice the top off the garlic bulb, drizzle with olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast at 400°F for 30–35 minutes until soft, golden, and fragrant.

2. Caramelize the Onion
   Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-low. Add sliced onion and cook slowly (15–20 minutes), stirring often until deeply golden. Stir in balsamic vinegar to finish.

3. Blend the Spread
   In a bowl, combine VegNature Cashew Cheese with all the roasted garlic (squeezed out of the bulb), half the caramelized onions, herbs, salt, and pepper. Mix until creamy and well blended.

4. Serve Warm or Chilled

   • Warm: Transfer to a small baking dish and heat at 300°F for 8–10 minutes.

   • Chilled: Refrigerate for a firmer, pâté-style spread.

5. Finish Beautifully
   Top with the remaining caramelized onions, fresh herbs, nuts, or a drizzle of balsamic glaze for a festive finish.

Serving Ideas

• Serve with crostini, artisan crackers, roasted baby potatoes, sliced apples, or as a luxurious spread on a holiday grazing board.

• Spoon onto warm sautéed mushrooms for a stunning plant-based appetizer.