TURKISH-STYLE TOMATO AND RED-PEPPER SPREAD

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Turkish-Style Tomato and Red-Pepper Spread image

Provided by Ruth Cousineau

Categories     Condiment/Spread     Food Processor     Tomato     Appetizer     Cocktail Party     Quick & Easy     Walnut     Bell Pepper     Cilantro     Gourmet     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes about 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 garlic cloves
1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon tomato paste (one 6-ounce can or a little less)
1 (12-ounce) jar roasted red peppers, rinsed and patted dry
2/3 cup walnuts (2 ounce)
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
Accompaniments:
baguette slices, pita toasts, or crackers

Steps:

  • Mince and mash garlic to a paste with 1 teaspoon salt. Purée remaining ingredients with garlic paste in food processor until almost smooth. Season with salt.

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