Hummus

Ingredients

• 2 c chick peas, canned, drained and rinsed
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 Tbsp lemon juice
• ¼ c water
• 3 Tbsp tahini (sesame paste)
• ½ to 1 tsp cumin
• ½ tsp paprika
• Optional garnish: olive oil, parsley, lemon slices
• Place the chick peas in the food processor along with the garlic, lemon juice, and water. Process for about a minute, until smooth. If too thick, add more water.
• Stir in the tahini and spices, taste, and add more lemon juice/tahini/cumin/paprika as appropriate.
• Spread the hummus into a shallow bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and garnish with lemon slices, minced parsley, and a drizzle of olive oil.
• Serve chilled, with warm pita bread and/or fresh vegetables.