Title: Broccoli-Spinach Spread
Categories: Appetizer Spread Lunch Snack
Yield: 24 Canapes

1/4	c	Extra-virgin olive oil
1	ts	Whole cumin seeds
1/2	ts	Crushed red pepper flakes
2	tb	Fresh lime juice
1/2	ts	Salt
1/4	ts	Black pepper
1	lb	Broccoli, cut into 1/4" - pieces, include stem
1/4	lb	Fresh spinach
1/2	c	Water
2	tb	Grated coconut

Heat oil in non-stick frying pan over medium-low heat. Add cumin & pepper flakes & fry for 1/2 minute. Stir in lime juice, salt, pepper, vegetables & water. Cover & simmer until the vegetables are reduced to a chunky puree (45 to 60 minutes). Stir occasionally.

Immediately before serving, spread about 1 tb of mixture on poppy seeds crackers, (see recipe). Sprinkle with coconut.

Yamuna Devi, "Yamuna's Table"

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