TURKISH TOMATO & RED PEPPER SPREAD Recipe

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Ingredients

2 CUPS
2 garlic cloves
1/2 cup plus 1 Tbsp tomato paste (one 6-oz can or a little less)
1 (12-oz) jar roasted red peppers, rinsed and patted dry
2/3 cup walnuts (2 oz)
1 (5-inch) piece of baguette, crust discarded, bread torn into pieces (1 rounded cup)
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon cayenne
1/3 cup finely chopped cilantro or parsley
ACCOMPANIMENT: baguette slices, pita toasts, or crackers

Preparation

Step 1

Mince and mash garlic to a paste with 1 tsp salt.

Puree remaining ingredients with garlic paste in food processor until almost smooth. Season with salt.

COOKS NOTE: Spread can be made 5 days ahead and chilled. Bring to room temperature before serving.