Muhammara

Step 1

Either roast the bell peppers over the flame on your stovetop, or on a sheet pan in the oven for 10 minutes at 360°F (180°C), then place under the broiler for a few minutes peel side up.

Step 2

Remove from the sheet pan, and place in a bowl and cover with plastic wrap. The bell peppers will "steam" for 10-15 minutes, and will become easier to peel. When they're cool enough to handle, peel them and place in a food processor.

Step 3

Add the rest of the ingredients to the food processor, and blend until it's a smooth paste.

Step 4

Transfer to a bowl, and serve with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, extra walnuts, fresh herbs, and pita bread or chips.