Instructions: *Sesame paste available in Greek, Middle Eastern or health food stores. An untraditional substitute is peanut butter

Puree garlic in food processor. Drain chickpeas and reserve 1/4 cup cooking liquid or liquid in can. Add chickpeas and process until smooth. With motor running, add tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, pepper and salt.

Process until smooth. For a more spreadable hummus, add 2 Tbsp of cooking liquid, process. Repeat until desired consistency.

Makes: approx 2 cups
Serve in a bowl with torn pita bread and assorted dippers.

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