Baba Ghannouj

Ingredients:

• 1 x Med Eggplant, peeled *
• 1/4 c Tahini
• 1 T Lemon juice
• 1 x Clove garlic
• 1/4 t Black Pepper
• 1 ds Ground Cumin
• 2 T Sesame seeds
• 2 T Finely chopped fresh Parsley

Preparation:

• * and cut into 1/2" cubes (about 3 cups) Steam eggplant until tender, about 8 minutes.
• Place cooked eggplant in food processor.
• Add tahini (sesame paste),lemon juice, and garlic.
• Puree.
• Stir in remaining ingredients, spoon into serving bowl.
• Garnish with parsley sprig. Serve warm or chill. Makes 2 cups. HINTS: - smaller eggplants have thinner peels and a sweeter flavor. Select : those with firm skin free of soft spots. - store sesame seeds in cool, dark place in refrigerator.