1. Drain beans, reserving liquid and rinse well (this removes excess sodium). 2. In a blender or food processor add lemon juice, olive oil, sesame oil, garlic, yogurt and spices. Add beans. 3. Blend or process until smooth. 4. If necessary, add 4-6 tablespoons of the reserved liquid or 4-6 tablespoons fresh water, whatever you prefer, to make a smooth consistency. 5. Place hummus in a glass container, sprinkle with additional parsley and paprika for color and drizzle a small amount of olive oil on top. 6. Cover and chill before serving. 7. Serving suggestions: 8. Serve with pita chips, or flatbread triangles (flatbreads lightly sprayed with olive oil and baked until warm, then sliced into triangles.) 9. Also good served with fresh vegetable crudites or as part of a Mediterranean platter, with feta cheese, kalamata olives, pepperoncini and chopped tomatoes and cucumbers. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------
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