Roasted Pepper Creamy Tahini

Tahini is a gift to from the vegan gods.  It adds a rich suppleness to recipes unmatched by it's rivals.  Be creative with this recipe by adding more garlic and a bit of heat from dried chilis if you are feeling adventurous.  Serve on salads, tacos, tofu, burritos, potatoes and all veggies (raw or cooked).  Or, if you really need a rich fix, just eat it with a spoon, or crackers....

Roasted Pepper Creamy Tahini

1 Red, Yellow and Orange Bell Pepper

2 Scallions (Green Onions)

4 Tablespoons Vegenaise

2 Tablespoon Tahini

2-4 Cloves Fresh Garlic

Juice of 3 Meyer Lemons

Sea Salt & Black Pepper

Handful of Parsley and/or Cilantro

Drizzle of Olive Oil

1 Small Dried Anaheim Chili, stem and seeds removed (optional)

Begin by roasting peppers in 425 degree F oven on a baking sheet for 15 minutes or until skins blister (turning once, halfway through cooking time.  Remove peppers with tongs and transfer to glass bowl.  Cover with saran wrap and allow to cool for about 15 minutes.  Remove skins and seeds from peppers as best you can.  It's okay if you can't remove all of it.

Add to food processor with all remaining ingredients and blend until smooth, scraping down sides as needed.  Serve immediately or refrigerate in a glass jar for up to 1 week.