TURKISH TOMATO & RED PEPPER SPREAD

By BobD

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

Details

Servings 2
Adapted from gourmet.com

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.