Capsicum and Walnut Puree

From issue #7.
Capsicum and Walnut Puree

INGREDIENTS

4 large red capsicums
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
75 grams walnuts, toasted and finely chopped
75 grams fresh white breadcrumbs
2 teaspoons sugar
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon chilli flakes
1 teaspoon salt
juice of 2 lemons
125 mls olive oil

METHOD

Preheat the oven to 250°C Put the capsicums on an oven tray, place in the oven and roast until
soft. Remove, leave to cool, then scrape out the seeds, peel and slice. Put the capsicums, garlic, walnuts, breadcrumbs, sugar, cumin, chilli flakes and lemon juice in a food processor. Blend to a smooth
purée.

With the machine running, slowly drizzle in the oil. Thin with a little water if the purée is too thick. Serve with crusty bread for dipping