Veggie Paté

Veggie Paté

(Adapted from Ricardo Cuisine)

Ingredients:

1/2 cup carrots, peeled and grated
1/2 cup potatoes, peeled and grated
1/2 cup plain sunflower seeds
1/2 cup butter
1 onion, cut into wedges 

1/4 cup water
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp (sesame oil)
1/2 tsp salt

Directions:

1. With the rack in the middle position, preheat the oven to 350°F. Generously oil an 8 x 4-inch glass or aluminum pan.

2. In a food processor or blender, purée all of the ingredients until very smooth. 

3. Transfer the mixture into the prepared pan and spread into an even layer with a spoon. Bake for 45 minutes or until the veggie pâté begins to brown.

4. Let cool. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Unmould and slice. The veggie paté will keep for one week in the refrigerator.

March 15 2022: Note to me - Next time try without the sesame oil - this amount was overpowering to our taste buds!