Roasted Garlic and Pepper Dip

Roasted Garlic and Pepper Dip
Roasted Garlic and Pepper Dip might be just the hor d'oeuvre you are searching for. This recipe serves 9. Watching your figure? This gluten free and vegetarian recipe has 57 calories, 5g of protein, and 2g of fat per serving. It can be enjoyed any time, but it is especially good for The Super Bowl. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes around 45 minutes. Head to the store and pick up garlic, peppers, hot sauce, and a few other things to make it today.

Instructions

1
Peel outer skin from each garlic head, and discard.
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Cut off top one-third of each garlic head.
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3
Place garlic, cut side up, in center of a piece of heavy-duty aluminum foil. Fold foil over garlic, sealing tightly.
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4
Bake at 350 for 1 hour or until garlic is soft.
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5
Remove from oven; cool 10 minutes.
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6
Remove and discard papery skin from garlic. Squeeze pulp from each clove, or scoop out with a spoon; setpulp aside.
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7
Cut peppers in half lengthwise; remove and discard seeds and membranes.
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8
Place peppers, skin side up, on a large baking sheet; flatten peppers with palm of hand. Broil 5 1/2 inches from heat (with electric oven door partially opened) 15 to 20 minutes or until charred.
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9
Place peppers in ice water until cool.
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10
Remove from water; peel and discard skins.
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Combine garlic pulp, peppers, cottage cheese, and remaining ingredients in container of an electric blender; cover and process until smooth, stopping once to scrape down sides. Spoon mixture into a small bowl; cover and chill at least 2 hours.
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Serve with fresh raw vegetables, breadsticks, or unsalted crackers.
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DifficultyHard
Ready In45 m.
Servings9
Health Score19
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