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Title: Karl Irvine's Garlicbuster Hummus
Categories: Appetizer Spread Mideast
Yield: 1 Servings
3 | lg | Garlic cloves; peeled |
2 | c | Chickpeas; cooked -OR- |
1 | cn | -19 oz |
1/3 | c | Tahini: * |
2 | tb | Olive oil |
1/3 | c | Lemon juice; fresh |
1 | ts | Cumin; ground |
1/4 | ts | Pepper |
1 | pn | -Salt; opt |
*Sesame paste available in Greek, Middle Eastern or health food stores. An untraditional substitute is peanut butter
Puree garlic in food processor. Drain chickpeas and reserve 1/4 cup cooking liquid or liquid in can. Add chickpeas and process until smooth. With motor running, add tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, pepper and salt. Process until smooth. For a more spreadable hummus, add 2 Tbsp of cooking liquid, process. Repeat until desired consistency. Makes: approx 2 cups Serve in a bowl with torn pita bread and assorted dippers.
Source: The Toronto Sun (with modifications) posted by Anne MacLellan
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