Super Easy Baba Ghanouj (Ricardo Larrivée)

1. 1

   With the rack in the middle position, preheat the oven to 350u00b0F Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. 2

   Place the eggplant cut side down on the baking sheet. Roast until the flesh is very tender and pulls away easily from the skin, about 1 hour depending on the eggplant's size. Let cool.

3. 3

   Meanwhile, cut the tips off the garlic cloves. Place the cloves in a square of aluminum foil. Fold up the edges of the foil and crimp together to form a tightly sealed packet. Roast alongside the eggplant until tender, about 20 minutes. Let cool. Puree the cloves by pressing them through a garlic press.

4. 4

   Using a spoon, scoop the flesh from the eggplant and place it in the bowl of a food processor. Add the garlic puree and oil. Process until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.

5. 5

   Serve with mini pitas.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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