“Nooch,” or nutritional yeast, is a kind of culinary yeast used in everything from popcorn seasonings to non-dairy cheese substitutes.
To get technical, it’s a strain of Saccharomyces cerevisiae that’s been deactivated so it can’t leaven dough.
While nooch won’t make your bread big and fluffy, it still has a few tricks up its sleeve — the process of deactivating the yeast breaks down proteins that release glutamic acid, a flavor-enhancing compound that gives nooch its power to season savory goods.
As its name suggests, nutritional yeast is chock full of beneficial vitamins, proteins and other nutrients. It’s also naturally gluten-free and contains no fat or cholesterol, making this magical seasoning a health-conscious treat you can feel good sprinkling on soups, salads and snacks.
FRONTIER CO-OP NUTRITIONAL YEAST IS KOSHER CERTIFIED AND IS NATURALLY:
Italian Herb Popcorn with Nutritional Yeast
Ingredients:
Directions:
1. In a skillet over medium heat, heat 1/4 cup coconut oil for about 5 minutes. Once hot, turn off heat and add Italian herbs. Allow to infuse for at least 10 minutes.
2. In a small saucepan, heat remaining tablespoon coconut oil. Once hot, add popcorn kernels and cover with lid. Shake pot to coat kernels in oil. When kernels start to pop, shake continuously over heat until popping slows to about 3 seconds apart. Transfer to a large bowl.
3. While popcorn is still warm, drizzle herb infused oil over it and toss until well coated. Top with salt and nutritional yeast, then serve.
Vegan Spicy Nacho Cheese Sauce
Dairy-free and less indulgent than traditional nachos, this spicy vegan cheese sauce is just as creamy and addictive!
Ingredients:
Directions:
1. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium-low heat. Whisk in the rice flour and cook for 1 minute. Next, add in nutritional yeast and ¼ cup of the milk. Whisk until the mixture is smooth.
2. Pour in remaining ½ cup milk and add the spice. Continue to whisk and cook over medium-low heat until the cheese sauce has thickened, 4 to 5 minutes. Taste and adjust seasonings as desired.
3. To make nachos, drizzle over a bowl of tortilla chips and add your favorite toppings such as black beans, diced tomatoes, avocado, salsa, cilantro, bell pepper and onions.
Please give us a call for today’s deli hours as they can vary due to staffing.
Grab and go options are always available until close.
FEDERAL WAY
Monday-Saturday: 8 am - 8 pm
Sunday: 9 am - 7 pm
Please call for current deli counter service hours. Grab and go options available until closing.
2565 S. Gateway Center Place
Federal Way, WA 98003
TACOMA
Monday-Saturday: 8 am - 8 pm
Sunday: 9 am - 7 pm
Please call for current deli counter service hours. Grab and go options available until closing.
2951 S. 38th Street
Tacoma, WA 98409