Hummus #1

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Title: Hummus #1
Categories: Appetizers
Yield: 4 servings

31 oz (2 cns) Chick Peas
Liquid *
6 tb Tahini **
1/3 c Lemon Juice or To Taste
3 lg Cloves Garlic(or More)
Salt & Fresh Ground Pepper

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Olive Oil
Paprika
Fresh Chopped Parsley

* Liquid should be 1/4 of the liquid from 1 can of chick peas.

** Tahini is (sesame seed paste) is available in Middle Eastern Food
Shops and many of the larger supermarkets featuring Ethnic Foods.

Combine all ingredients, except garnishes, in blender or food
processor container. Blend to a smooth, creamy paste. Taste and add
more lemon juice or salt to suit your taste. It should be the creamy
consistency of mashed potatoes. Thin with chick pea liquid or water
if necessary. Scrape into an attractive bowl, Color olive oil with
a bit of paprika. Drizzle oil over the surface in a decorative
pattern and sprinkle with parsley.

Serve with wedges of pita bread and raw vegetables.

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