Hummus

Here is a recipe for classic hummus:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup dried chickpeas
• 1/2 cup tahini
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2-3 tbsp water
• Chopped fresh parsley or paprika for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Soak the chickpeas in water overnight.
2. Drain and rinse the chickpeas, then place them in a large pot. Cover the chickpeas with water and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer until the chickpeas are tender, about 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
3. Drain the chickpeas and let them cool.
4. Place the chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, paprika, and salt in a food processor. Pulse until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
5. With the food processor running, slowly add the olive oil and 2-3 tablespoons of water. The hummus should be smooth and creamy. If it is too thick, add a little more water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until you reach the desired consistency.
6. Transfer the hummus to a serving dish and smooth the top with the back of a spoon. Garnish with chopped parsley or paprika, if desired.
7. Serve the hummus with pita bread, veggies, or crackers for dipping. Enjoy!

Note: You can also make hummus using canned chickpeas. Simply skip the first two steps and use 2 cups of drained and rinsed canned chickpeas in place of the dried chickpeas.