Almond P�t�

While exploring delectable Tasty Palettes for recipes with my best-loved ingredient,I was excited to have found this savory Almond P�t� recipe. P�t� is French for paste,usually prepared with ground meat and other seasonings.But this Almond P�t� has no meat ,just almonds ,flavored with herbs and spices;makes a perfect quick-fix spread on toasts and sandwiches.Another perfect recipe Tried and Tasted,thanks to Suganya and the host of T&T this month Sweatha of Tasty Curry Leaf
(I made few minor changes to the Original recipe)
Recipe
Ingredients
1 cup Roasted Almonds,coarsely processed
1/2 a medium onion,finely chopped
1 small hot pepper\chili,finely chopped(optional)
1 tablespoon Extra virgin Olive oil
1/2 teaspoon ground Cumin
2 tablespoon fresh herbs like parsley,cilantro ,chives or any other,finely chopped
1/2 cup Bread crumbs(for homemade,toast 2 slices whole wheat bread,and coarsely process it)
1 big clove Garlic,minced
2 tablespoon Fat free Mayonnaise or silken tofu
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black Pepper
2 tablespoon freshly squeezed Lemon juice
Parchment paper or plastic wrap for rolling

Method
Heat the oil in a pan on medium heat,saute onions until lightly brown ,about 2-3 minutes,add garlic and cumin,saute another minute.Turn off the heat.Now stir in the almonds,bread crumbs,herbs,season with salt and pepper.Transfer to a mixing bowllet cool for a minute,add in mayonnaise or silken tofu,lemon juice ,and combine well until everything is incorporated and the mixture come together.Make a log by rolling in a Parchment paper or plastic wrap.Slice and serve on toasts or sandwiches with fresh greens and sliced tomato.Can be store in refrigerator for up to a week.

I'm also sending these over to the Let go nuts event,featured nut this month is Almonds at JZ's Tasty Treats

Thanks Rathna!

I was extremely delighted to receive this gift from Rathna of Asvadha for the MEO win.These eco-friendly bags are latest trend here made with 100% recyclable material and reusable.Thanks Rathna for the lovely reward,it sure gives me a vibrant start for the spring:)