~ Aubergine & sesame pate Recipe ~

1/2 md Aubergine
      1    Crushed garlic cloves
  1 1/2 tb tahini
    1/4    Juice of 1 lemon
      1 tb olive oil
           Seasoning

----------------------------------GARNISH----------------------------------
           Toasted Sesame seeds
           Cayenne Pepper
           Flatleaf parsley
 
  1> Preheat the oven to 200c/400f/Gas 6. Bake the aubergine for
     25-30 minutes until tender. Cool slightly , then peel and
     puree the flesh in a blender or processor.
  
  2. Add the garlic, tahini and lemon juice and process until mixed.
     With the motor running, drizzle in the oil to make a smooth paste.
     Season to taste.
  
  Transfer to a serving dish, garnish and serve cold with pitta bread.