Hummus
Ingredients:
2 C. soaked (for 3 days) then cooked chickpeas /garbanzo beans
¼ C. bean broth
3 Tbsp lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, crushed
¼ tsp Himalayan salt (optional)
2 Tbsp olive oil
Preparation Drain chickpeas and set aside liquid from can. Combine remaining ingredients in blender or food processor. Add 1/4 cup of liquid from chickpeas. Blend for 3-5 minutes on low until thoroughly mixed and smooth. Place in serving bowl, and create a shallow well in the center of the hummus. Add a small amount (1-2 tablespoons) of olive oil in the well. Garnish with fresh parsley. Serve immediately with fresh, warm pita bread or round slices of vegetables like zucchini squash or cucumbers. Can be stored in the refrigerator.
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