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Minty Spinach-Pea Dip

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When I saw that I was getting mint, spinach, and peas in my CSA box tonight, I knew that I wanted to try a fresh pea dip.

1 C fresh, shelled peas
1 C fresh spinach
2 T olive oil
1 t crushed garlic
freshly ground sea salt
freshly ground pepper
3 T fresh mint, chopped

Blanch the peas and spinach in boiling water until the peas brighten in color, approximately one minute. Plunge into cold water, then drain. In a blender, place all of the ingredients except the sea salt, pepper, and fresh mint. Blend until the consistence you want. Gently stir in the mint. Season to taste. Serve with crackers or vegetable crudite.
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  1. Debra EliotseatsMay 29, 2013 at 12:56 AM

    We aren't big mint fans, but I always have TONS of it growing everywhere!

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    1. Camilla M. MannMay 29, 2013 at 6:06 AM

      Not big mint fans?!? What is your favorite herb?

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  2. SaraMay 29, 2013 at 9:55 AM

    YUM. We have been getting mint in our CSA too, and this looks like an awesome way to use it. So green and tasty!

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