Hummus

Authentic tasting hummus that is great served with pita bread, garlic chips, crackers or vegetables.

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Yields: 1 1/2 cups

Ingredients

• 1 1⁄2 cups chickpeas, canned, drained
• 1⁄4 cup water
• 3  tablespoons lemon juice
• 1  tablespoon tahini
• 1  teaspoon olive oil
• 3⁄4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1⁄4 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1⁄8 teaspoon  ground red pepper

Directions

1. In blender or food processor, puree all ingredients until smooth. Pour into serving bowl. Can garnish with a sprinkle of paprika (not hot paprika) and parsley.
2. Note: Tahini can be found in many grocery stores and specialty stores in the middle eastern food aisle.