Olive Laced Baba Ganouj

      2 c  Baba ganouj
      1 c  Black Greek olives, pitted &
           -- finely chopped
      1 ts Zahter*
           Olive oil
           Parsley, chopped
           Pita wedges

Put baba ganouj in a bowl & fold in chopped olives & zahter. Blend thoroughly & adjust seasonings if necessary. Cover & refrigerate. Before serving, drizzle with olive oil & garnish with parsley. Serve with pita wedges. * Zahter is a Middle Eastern blend of marjoram, thyme, sesame seeds & sumac seeds found in good Middle Eastern grocery stores. Substitute if you want by using the following blend: 1 ts toasted sesame seeds, powdered marjoram, powdered thyme, freshly grated lemon rind & some salt.


Yield: 3 Cups Servings