Homemade Tahini

This is a recipe for homemade tahini from The Frugal Gourmet Cooks Three Ancient Cuisines NOTE: Since I have not made this, I could not tell you what the amount it yields is. The recipe says 4 servings, but I don't know what that is based on.

• Ready In: 26 mins
• Serves: 4
• Yields: 1 1/2 cups

Ingredients

• 3⁄4 lb sesame seeds
• 2  teaspoons  peanut oil
• 3  tablespoons  peanut oil
•  salt, very little (optional)

Directions

1. Place seeds on baking sheet and toast in a 350°F oven for 20 minutes, or until the seeds are lightly roasted.
2. Process in a medium-sized food processor for 3 minutes.
3. Add 2 more teaspoons peanut oil and process on high for 30 seconds.
4. Add 3 tablespoons peanut oil and process until very smooth, about 2 more minutes.
5. If desired, add salt.