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A Dip in the Road.

by Kelly

You know that I’m a huge fan of dip. Kids love to dip food in things. I learned this the day that Katie scooped up a big pile of ketchup with a chunk of honeydew. Dip = fun for kids.

So take advantage of this notion to get your kids to eat some vegetables! In addition to the crudites mentioned before, you can encourage your kids to eat other veggies like eggplant.

Eggplant dip is yummy and easy to make. The most traditional version is called Baba Ghanuj and has tahini in it. Not all of us have tahini in the house, so try this Greek version, called melitzanosalata, that is a bit more simple to make.

Melitzanosalata

2 eggplants, peeled and quartered
Olive oil
3 cloves garlic
1/2 bunch cilantro
1/2 c olive oil
Salt

Drizzle the eggplant quarters with olive oil and roast in a preheated 350 degree oven for 30 minutes (you can also grill your eggplant). Let cool to room temperature. Put in food processor with the garlic and cilantro and puree. Add olive oil gradually until smooth. Season with salt.

Try carrots, olives, celery, pita bread, crackers - whatever you’d like - with the dip. Great for parties!

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Posted in Entertaining, Snacks on May 2nd, 2007

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