Louse Ma Thoom (Almond Pate)

1 c Almonds, blanched & toasted

3 ea Garlic cloves

1 md Onion, coarsely chopped

2 tb Olive oil

12 oz Mushrooms, halved

1/2 ts Salt

1/2 ts Pepper

1/2 ts Thyme

Chop the toasted alomnds in a food processor until they resemble very fine breadcrumbs. In a large skillet, saute the onion & garlic in the olive oil until the onions are tender. Add all the remaining ingredients. Saute for approximately 5 minutes. The mushrooms need to be limp. Transfer this mixture to the food processor & process with the almonds. Chop well until you have a thick paste. Place the pate in a shallow dish & surround with crackers, melba toast, pita chips or French bread slices. Mary Salloum, "A Taste of the Mediterranean: Vegetarian Style" From: Cooking