Hummus #2

• Ready In: 0 mins
• Serves: 6
• Yields: 1 cups

Ingredients

• 1  tablespoon  safflower oil
• 2  tablespoons onions, Chopped
• 1  clove garlic, minced
• 1⁄4 cup fresh parsley, Minced
• 1  teaspoon basil
• 1⁄4 teaspoon  coriander, Ground
• 1⁄4 teaspoon oregano
• 1⁄4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1  can ounce chickpeas, drained
• 3  tablespoons lemon juice
• 2  tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
• 1  dash cumin

Directions

1. GARNISH: lemon wedges, cherry tomatoes, or fresh parsley sprigs (opt) In a small skillet, heat oil; saute onion and garlic until onion is softened.
2. Add seasonings.
3. Stir just long enough to soften parsley.
4. In food processor, combine rinsed and drained chick peas and lemon juice; process until smooth.
5. Stir in onion and herb mixture; stir in sesame seeds.
6. Spoon into serving bowl.
7. Top with garnish if desired.
8. VARIATIONS: - substitute 15-oz can Great Northern beans for chick peas.