Hummus

I have to thank one of my readers for reminding me to try to make this. Hummus is a simple and old middle eastern recipe. You can add different things to it like spices, peppers, eggplant, cucumber, or what ever your heart desires. I am a purist and like it plain. CATEGORY: Appetizers/finger food Recipe Name: Hummus Ingredients: 1 c dry chick peas juice of 2 lemons 1/2 c extra virgin olive oil 1/3 c sesame seeds 2 T garlic, minced 1 t salt 1 t pepper Steps: * soak chick peas/garbanzo beans overnight in a 1 quart container filled with water. * rinse, cover with 2 quarts water and bring to a boil for 1 hour then drain *mix all ingredients in a food processor, or mixer until smooth * refrigerate and serve NOTES: Chick peas and garbanzo beans are the same thing If you want to use canned beans use 2 (16 oz) cans and drain. This is a basic recipe that can be adjusted to your hearts content