Hummus ii

6 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1tablespoonSafflower Oil
2tablespoonsChopped Onion
1xClove garlic, minced
¼cupMinced fresh parsley
1teaspoonBasil
¼teaspoonGround Coriander
¼teaspoonOregano
¼teaspoonBlack pepper
15ouncesCan drained Chick Peas
3tablespoonsLemon juice
2tablespoonsToasted Sesame seeds
1dashCumin

Directions

GARNISH: lemon wedges, cherry tomatoes, or fresh parsley sprigs (opt) In a small skillet, heat oil; saute onion and garlic until onion is softened. Add seasonings. Stir just long enough to soften parsley. In food processor, combine rinsed and drained chick peas and lemon juice; process until smooth. Stir in onion and herb mixture; stir in sesame seeds. Spoon into serving bowl. Top with garnish if desired.

Makes 1½ cups VARIATIONS: - substitute 15-oz can Great Northern beans for chick peas. Use only 2 T lemon juice, since this is a moister bean. - replace chick peas with ½ lb firm tofu (1 cup) and ½ cup tahini; use only 1 T lemon juice and add 1 T soy sauce.