Hummous

Hummous is a Middle Eastern spread made with chickpeas and tehina. It's nutritious (full of protein) and delicious.

• Ready In: 10 mins
• Yields: 2 cups

Ingredients

• 2  cloves garlic
• 2  cups canned chick-peas or 2  cups  precooked chickpeas
• 4  tablespoons  prepared tahini (see my recipe for tehina)
• 1  tablespoon lemon juice
• 1⁄2 teaspoon cumin
•  cayenne pepper (optional)
•  salt

Directions

1. Mince garlic in food processor Add remaining ingredients to food processor Process till smooth, adding additional prepared tehina for a creamier consistency Traditionally, hummous is spread on a plate, drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and sprinkled with paprika.
2. It's delicious served with warm pita and a variety of salads.