Heavenly Hummus

Heavenly Hummus


1. In a food processor, puree the chickpees, tahini, 3 tablespoons olive oil, lemon juice and garlic until smooth, adding a little of the reserved liquid if the mixture seems too thick; It will be slightly grainy.

2. Season with salt and pepper.

3. Transfer to a shallow bowl or plate.

4. Combine the paprika and the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, drizzle the mixture over the top, and garnish with chipped parsley, if desired.

5. Serve with pita bread triangles (I like "Recipe #179799" with parmesan cheese), cucumbers, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped kalamata olives. Chopped sun-dried tomatoes are a good addition also.

6. *HOMEMADE TAHINI PASTE:

7. 4 tablespoons sesame seeds.

8. 1 teaspoon sesame oil.

9. 1/2 teaspoon salt.

10. 1/2 cup tepid water.

11. Blend sesame seeds in a blender and grind until smooth.

12. Add sesame oil, salt, and then slowly add 1/4 cup of water while blending.

13. Blend until completely smooth.

14. Makes 1 cup tahini paste.

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