Macadamia Nut "Ricotta"

Ingredients

• 2 cups raw macadamia nuts
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• Juice from 1/2 medium lemon (about 1 tablespoon)
• 1/2 cup water

Directions

1. In a food processor or a high powered blender, purée the ingredients together until smooth.
2. If necessary, scrape down the sides with a spatula and/or add a bit more water. The resulting texture should resemble—you guessed it!—ricotta cheese.
3. Amplify the color and flavor by mixing in 1/4 teaspoon of smoked paprika. Or add minced sundried tomatoes and fresh basil.