Chick pea and garlic puree

4 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
16ouncesCan chick peas, drained
2tablespoonsButter
1teaspoonMinced garlic
¼cupHalf and half or evaporated
Low fat milk
1teaspoonGrated orange rind
Salt and freshly ground
Black pepper

Directions

Puree chick peas in a food mill or food processor. Melt butter in a small skillet. Add garlic and simmer over low heat until garlic emits a lovely aroma. Add this to the chick pea puree along with half and half and orange rind. Season to taste with salt and pepper and reheat in a double boiler, or over direct heat, stirring constantly.

Yield: 4 to 6 servings

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