Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. Spread the sesame seeds on a shallow baking tray and bake, shaking frequently, until fragrant, 8 to 10 minutes.
3. Do not brown.
4. Cool.
5. Put the sesame seeds in a blender or food processor fitted with the metal blade.
6. Add the vegetable oil.
7. Process to a smooth paste, about 5 minutes.
8. Add more oil if necessary, to bring the paste to a thick pouring consistency.
9. Tahini will keep stored in a tightly covered jar in the refrigerator for several months.