Hazelnut butter

Ingredients:

2 cups whole hazelnuts, toasted
3/4 teaspoon confectioners sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt, optional
1 to 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Preparation:

Place toasted hazelnuts and 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in blender container and grind to meal on low speed.
Continue to blend on low for several minutes, scraping down sides of container as required and adding another tablespoon of oil, if necessary.
When butter is fairly soft, blend on high for 2 to 3 minutes or until desired texture is achieved.
Gradually add the sugar and salt. Blend on low until thoroughly mixed.