TARAMOSALATA (GREEK PATE)

Makes: 6 servings

2 slices wholewheat bread, crust removed
2 tbsp milk
½ lb smoked cod roe
6 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 garlic clove, peeled and pressed
½ cup heavy cream plus
2 tbsp heavy cream
2 tbsp parsley, fresh, chopped

1. Pepper to taste paprika, black olive for garnish.
2. Place the bread in a shallow dish, sprinkle the milk over and leave to soak.
3. Using a spoon or knife, scrape the cod roe out of it’s skin and into the food processor or blender.
4. Add the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic and bread, and puree until smooth.
5. Beat the cream until it thickens but is not soft.
6. Turn the cod roe mixture into a bowl, fold cream and parsley until well mixed.
7. Season with black pepper.
8. Turn into a serving dish and garnish with paprika and few black olives.
9. Serve with hot pita bread.