Directions

1. Put 3 tablespoons of the oil plus the shallots and pepper into a sauté pan set over low heat.  Bloom the spices, stirring occasionally, until the oil begins to bubble (about 2 minutes).

2. Put the remaining oil and the bloomed spices along with the other ingredients into the bowl of a food processor fitted with the metal chopping blade and process until smooth. (Alternatively, process in a blender.)
3. Transfer to a serving bowl, top with a sprinkle of Verano and a drizzle of olive oil.