Hummus
 

submitted by happymummy

 
 
 
 
• 2 cups chick peas aka garbanzo beans (canned ones are much easier than dried) - will need some of the liquid
• 2 cloves garlic (I use one these days)
• 1 Tablespoon Tahini (it's a paste from sesame seeds)
• 1 Tablespoon Mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup Lemon Juice
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• Salt and Pepper

Blend above and add liquid from chick peas to adjust to desired consistency. It should be thick yet runny. Garnish with paprika if desired.

I use homous mostly on pita - lightly butter the pita then toast or bake - but have also used it on salads, as a veggie dip and in lieu of mayonnaise - esp on a veggie sandwich.