Nacho Spice Nutritional Yeast Blend
Nutritional yeast meets nacho night. This savory, cheesy-tasting blend turns popcorn, roasted chickpeas, or plain pasta into something that tastes like it took way more effort than it did.
What It Is
Nutritional yeast is a deactivated yeast with a naturally cheesy, nutty flavor that has made it a staple in kitchens long before it was trendy. This blend builds on that base with spices tuned for the nacho flavor profile: think chili, garlic, onion, and smoke working together in one scoop.
The result is a seasoning that pulls double duty. It brings the umami depth of nutritional yeast and the familiar kick of a good nacho seasoning at the same time, without needing to open five separate jars.
What To Do
Sprinkle it on popcorn straight out of the pot, toss it with roasted vegetables before they go in the oven, or shake it over pasta with a little olive oil for a fast weeknight meal. Start with about a teaspoon per serving and add more to taste. It sticks best to things that are slightly warm or lightly oiled.
Store it somewhere cool and dry, away from steam. A sealed jar works well. It keeps its flavor for several months, though it rarely lasts that long.
