Maidanosalata (Parsley Dip/Spread)

Ingredients

• 8 ounces stale whole wheat bread
• 1 cup fresh parsley leaves, chopped
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 egg yolk
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1/2 lemon, juice of
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• salt and pepper

Directions

1. 1

   Dampen the stale bread with water, squeeze out the excess water and crumble.

2. 2

   Put the parsley and onion in the food processor and blend until smooth.

3. 3

   Add the bread and the egg yolk and continue to blend.

4. 4

   Slowly add in olive oil and lemon juice, alternating between each, blending until the mixture is creamy and completely emulsified.

5. 5

   Season to taste with salt and pepper.

6. 6

   Serve at room temperature or cool.