Wednesday, February 2, 2011

Heart Healthy Hummus


MAKES 3 CUPS

Ingredients

      2 cans (16 ounces each) reduced-sodium garbanzos, rinsed and drained except for 1/4 cup liquid 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
      1/4 cup lemon juice 2 garlic cloves, minced 1/4 teaspoon cracked black pepper 1/4 teaspoon paprika 3 tablespoons tahini (sesame paste) 2 tablespoons chopped Italian flat-leaf parsley

    Directions

    In a blender or food processor, add the garbanzos. Process to puree. Combine the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, pepper, paprika, tahini and parsley. Blend well. Add the reserved liquid, 1 tablespoon at a time until the mixture has the consistency of a thick spread. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

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