Spinach Artichoke Hummus

NCSouthernBelle's Note:

An adapted spinach-artichoke hummus recipe from gimmesomeoven.com. I prefer it because it calls for fresh spinach. Delicious and refreshing on a hot summer day. I love to serve them with pita chips, and the kids love it, too!

• Total Time: 20 mins
• Prep Time: 20 mins
• Cook Time: 0 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 8

• 1 (15 1/2 ounce) can chickpeas, drained
• 4 cups fresh spinach, loosely packed
• 2 (12 ounce) jars marinated artichoke hearts, with juice
• 2 tablespoons tahini
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 garlic cloves, peeled and smashed
• 1/2 cup romano cheese, grated
• salt and pepper, to taste

Directions:

1. Combine all ingredients in a food processor, and blend until smooth.