Hummus anyone?

I like to make hummus once in a while. Walker and I like it, especially with salty tortilla chips! Phil recently gobbled a good share of some I made, even though he had recently scorned it.

My basic Hummus recipe:

1 can garbanzo beans (chickpeas). Drain, but reserve liquid

2 tsp minced fresh garlic

4 tsp olive oil

4 tsp lemon juice

1/2 tsp salt

Puree, adding reserved liquid as desired. You want it thin enough to puree, but thick enough to sit on a chip without dripping.

Let flavors blend for a while.

Serve with pita bread, fresh vegetables, or tortilla chips.

I served it recently with Trader Joe's vegetable chips - delicious!

optional ingredients:

I like to add red pepper flakes.

I have also added Trader Joe's sesame oil (a teaspoon).

I sprinkled mint leaves on top too.

Some people add tahini.

Its very delicious and a great appetizer.

If you try it, let me know what you think.