3-4 tbsp. canola oil mushrooms-like, lots of mushrooms, 8 cups to be exact ~1/2 tbsp. salt (or to taste) ½ tsp. white pepper ½ tsp. ground sage 1 tbsp. onion powder ½ tbsp. garlic powder 1 tbsp. soy sauce 1 medium onion, ~1.5 cups 6 cups boiling water 1.5 cups raw, unsalted cashews ½ cup nutritional yeast 2 veggie bullion cubes I used these: The Nitty-gritty: Heat your oil in a large pot over medium heat and start boiling your water in the kettle.