Muhammara Recipe (Roasted Red Pepper & Walnut Dip) - Chili Pepper Madness

Ingredients

• 2-3 large red bell peppers (about 1.5 pounds, or use 2 cups roasted red bell peppers)
• 1/2 cup walnuts ((use 1 cup for nuttier flavor))
• ¼ cup breadcrumbs
• 2 cloves garlic (chopped)
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 3 teaspoons pomegranate molasses* (see notes)
• 1 tablespoon cayenne
• 1 tablespoon crushed Aleppo pepper ((use paprika as a substitute))
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup olive oil ((or more as needed, to the consistency you desire, up to 1/2 cup))
• FOR SERVING: Extra chopped walnuts (fresh chopped parsley, spicy chili flakes for garnish – Toasted pita for serving)