Sweet and Spicy Red Pepper Spread

This is a Syrian recipe that I love to make for parties. The pomegranate molasses is a product that is available in Arab shops. If it is not available try pomegranate juice. Adding lemon juice and sugar might work, but the color will be different.

• Ready In: 35 mins
• Serves: 6-8

Ingredients

• 4  large  red peppers
• 1  cup walnuts, finely minced
• 4  garlic cloves, crushed
• 1  teaspoon salt
• 1 -2  teaspoon  hot pepper flakes (I like this very spicy, but do this to taste.)
• 2  tablespoons pomegranate molasses (hamud ar rumman in Arabic)
• 2  tablespoons olive oil
• 1⁄3 cup  fine  plain breadcrumbs

Directions

1. Roast the red peppers over an open fire or in the oven until the peels are charred. Place them in a paper bag for ten minutes when they are done and the skins will come off very easily.
2. Peel you peppers and rinse off any bits of charred skin.
3. Using a sharp knife remove the seeds of the peppers and finely mince them.
4. In a large bowl combine peppers and walnuts. Mash together with a potato masher until it is somewhat uniform and pasty.
5. Add all other ingredients and mix well until a uniform spread is formed. Add more oil if necessary.
6. Let sit for at least an hour. Serve with pita bread, toast, or crackers.