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Cut the loaf of bread into 2 equal halves by cutting it vertically through the middle, reserving half for later.
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Using a bread knife, remove the crust (save it to dip later!)
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and cut the innards into cubes.
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Place the cubes of bread into a bowl and pour enough water over them to cover.
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While the bread is soaking, peel the tomatoes and chop em up.
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Once the bread has soaked up all the water, add the bread, tomatoes, and garlic into the food processor and pulse on low until smooth.
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While the food processor is still running on low, slowly add the olive oil to thicken it up a bit.
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Season with salt to your taste.
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Refigerate until ready to serve with the other half of the bread, crackers, veggies, etc.
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Be prepared for a little garlic breath!
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Notes:
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-An easy way to peel tomatoes: Begin by cutting a small X on the bottom of each tomato and place into boiling water for 30 seconds.
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Remove with a slotted spoon and place into a bowl of ice water.
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Skins will basically fall right off!
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-This dish is typically topped with either crumbled hard-boiled eggs or cubed ham.
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Plain or dressed up, porra is delicious!
