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Hummus<br />
Homemade<br />
By Olivia Kassner<br />
We love a dish that can be made from the pantry, and one that can be<br />
customized even more. Homemade hummus is easier than you think, and just<br />
about anything can be used as a dipper - think fresh cut veggies, pita slices,<br />
bagel chips, pretzels, and more. The most time-consuming part of this recipe<br />
is shelling the chickpeas, which you can skip in a pinch. Try some of the<br />
variations we have listed below to keep it interesting<br />
Yield: 1¼ cups<br />
Ingredients<br />
1 c cooked or canned chickpeas<br />
2 T reserved liquid from chickpeas<br />
⅓ c tahini (sesame seed paste)<br />
1 clove garlic, peeled and crushed<br />
6 T lemon juice<br />
½ t salt<br />
1T olive oil<br />
Directions<br />
Drain chickpeas, reserving 2T of liquid.<br />
If desired, remove skins from chickpeas. Doing<br />
this under running water speeds up this process.<br />
In a food processor or blender, puree chickpeas<br />
with liquid, tahini, garlic, lemon, and salt by<br />
blitzing in 20-30 second intervals until desired<br />
consistency is attained.<br />
Spoon mixture into a shallow bowl, using the back<br />
of the spoon to create a well in the center.<br />
Drizzle the olive oil over the hummus and sprinkle<br />
with fresh herbs if you have them.<br />
If using any additional toppings or garnishes,<br />
spoon them into the center of the dish now.<br />
Serve as a dip or use as a spread for sandwiches.<br />
Variations<br />
Add roasted red peppers, caramelized onions, or a head of roasted garlic for deeper flavor.<br />
Blend an avocado into the mixture to add creaminess and color.<br />
Top with pine nuts, sesame seeds, or whole chickpeas for texture.<br />
Up the lemon juice if you love the freshness.<br />
Sprinkle cayenne on top for heat or paprika for color and smokiness.<br />
Garnish with a tablespoon of fresh herbs, like parsley, dill, or chives.