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Baba Ganoush

My garden is overflowing with eggplant so this recipe helps me make the most of the vegetable. So good with warm pita, tabouli, and fresh raw vegetables.
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds eggplant (about 2 medium)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh flat leaf parsley
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt, to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • pinch smoked paprika for garnish

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees with the rack in the upper third of the oven.
  • Line a large sheet with parchment paper. Wash and dry eggplants. Slice in half lengthwise and brush insides with olive oil. Place on the sheet with oiled sides down.
  • Roast the eggplant 35-40 minutes or until the skin is collapsing. Set the eggplant aside to cool. Then flip over and scoop out the flesh with a large spoon leaving the skin behind.
  • Place the pulp in a mesh strainer and drain as much moisture from the eggplant as possible. Discard the drippings.
  • Place eggplant in a bowl and add garlic and lemon juice and stir vigorously until the eggplant begins to break down. Add the tahini to the bowl and stir until incorporated. While stirring, slowly drizzle in the olive oil. Continue stirring until the mixture is pale and creamy and use your fork to break up any long strings of eggplant.
  • Stir in the parsley, salt, and cumin. Season to taste with more salt and lemon juice.
  • Transfer to serving dish and drizzle a little more olive oil on top. Lastly, sprinkle on top parsley and smoked paprika. Enjoy.
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Spiced Walnuts

These yummy walnuts are great on salad and I love the hint of heat.
Course Miscellaneous
Prep Time 10 minutes
Servings 2 cups

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 2 cups walnut halves
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon coarse salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Instructions

  • In a large non-stick skillet, heat honey, oil, and 1 tablespoon water over medium heat. Add walnuts and toss to coat.
  • Sprinkle the sugar, salt, cumin, coriander, and cayenne over the nuts. Cook, tossing and stirring until the nuts are well coated and lightly browned, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Transfer to a baking sheet to cool completely. Enjoy!
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