Garlicky Garbanzo Bean Dip

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Title: Garlicky Garbanzo Bean Dip
Categories: Appetizers, Dips, Vegetables, Beans
Yield: 6 servings

3 c Garbanzo Beans; Cooked
1/4 c Water
1/2 c Tahini; Sesame Paste
1/3 c Lemon Juice
1 t Cumin; Ground

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1 x Lemon Slices
1 x Parsley; Chopped
1 x Paprika
1 1/2 tb Garlic; Chopped
1 tb Salt
2 tb Olive Oil

Puree the beans with the water in a food processor or blender to the
consistency of a smooth, mashed-potatolike paste. (The beans can also
be mashed with the water by hand) Add the tahini, lemon juice,
garlic, salt and cumin. Continue mixing until light and fluffy. Put
into a serving bowl and swirl in the olive oil. Sprinkle on paprika
and garnish with lemon slices and chopped parsley. Serve at room
temperature. Makes about 4 1/4 cups of dip. SUGGESTED DIPPERS: Pita
Bread Triangles, Celery, Carrots, Fennel, Cheddar Cheese

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