Nif's Hummus (With Tahini or Peanut Butter)

I had a craving for hummus but I don't have tahini. I read that you can replace tahini with peanut butter, so I thought I'd play with an old recipe until I got what I was looking for. I'm really happy with the results! I hope you like it too. Enjoy!

• Ready In: 5 mins
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 3  garlic cloves
• 1 (19 ounce) can chickpeas, drained
• 1⁄4 cup tahini or 1⁄4 cup peanut butter
• 3  tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 2  tablespoons olive oil
• 2  tablespoons water
• 1  teaspoon cumin
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
•  paprika, cayenne, pine nuts, cilantro or parsley to garnish

Directions

1. In food processor, mince garlic.
2. Add all other ingredients (except the garnish!) and process until smooth, about 1 to 2 minutes.
3. Garnish with optional items.