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Vegetarian Nut Pate

By Tenaj DaCosta, May 12, 2009 - 6:07pm
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Yield:

2 1/2 Cups batter (24 x 6 - 7" crepes)

Summary

Yield
Prep Time30 minutes
Measure, Mix, MakeDips & Spreads

Description

A creamy, full-bodied spread that's a satisfying substitute for liver pate. It does not, however, have a mock meat flavour.

Ingredients

  • 2 T corn or safflower oil
  • 1⁄2 c chopped onions
  • 2 clv minced garlic cloves
  • 2 T tomato paste
  • 1 c ground cashews
  • 1 c ricotta cheese
  • 2 T parsley
  • 1 T dry mustard
  • 1⁄4 c lemon juice
  • 2 T brandy
  • 1⁄4 t hot sauce

Instructions

Supplies: 
measuring spoons
sharp knife
small frying pan
wooden spoon
blender
wet & dry measuring cups
container with lid
Method: 

Heat oil and cook onions and garlic until transparent. Stir in tomato paste. In blender, combine remaining ingredients. Add tomato mixture and pulse-process until smooth. Transfer into container with lid. Refrigerate for 1-2 hours. 


Serve with crackers, bagel crisps, or appetizer pitas.