Wednesday, May 10, 2006

Hummus Recipe

Hello all- many of you have been asking for my hummus recipe. Here ya go!

One 15 ounce can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup plain nonfat yogurt
Half of one lemon
3 garlic cloves, minced (I use the stuff in a jar)
2 tsp. olive oil
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/8 tsp ground allspice

Microwave chickpeas for three minutes to soften.
In food processor or blender, combine all ingredients and squeeze lemon juice in as well. Add chickpeas and puree with 1 tablespoon water.
Feel free to add anything you might like- sometimes I add black olives, or red peppers. I'll also substitute lemon juice for 2 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar.
Chill for a few hours, then enjoy with pita, vegies, or my favorite, Triscuits.

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