Eggplant Tahini Blend (Printable Version)

# What You'll Need:

01 - 2 large eggplants (about 2 pounds total)
02 - 3 tbsp premium olive oil
03 - 2-3 tbsp roasted tahini
04 - 1-2 garlic cloves, chopped super fine
05 - 1/2 tsp cumin powder
06 - Fresh lemon or lime juice (around 2 1/2 tbsp)
07 - Salt and cayenne to taste
08 - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, roughly chopped

# How to Make It:

01 - Get your oven hot at 400°F before you start.
02 - Cut eggplants down the middle lengthwise. Line a baking sheet with foil, poke eggplants several times with a fork, and brush all sides with olive oil. Put them cut-side down on the foil.
03 - Stick them in the oven for about 35-40 minutes until they're completely soft inside.
04 - Take them out and wait 15 minutes for cooling. Then scoop the soft insides into a bowl.
05 - Add everything else to the bowl (save 1 tbsp olive oil for later). Mash it all together with a fork until you've got a smooth mixture.
06 - Pair with warm pita bread or fresh veggie sticks. Add more salt and pepper if you want stronger flavor.