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Classic Hummus

Name: Classic Hummus
Yield: Yield: about 4 cups

Yield: about 4 cups

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Classic Hummus

Yield: about 4 cups

Serve this brightly flavored dip with warm pita for a satisfying snack.

Nutritional information per serving (2 tablespoons):Calories 71 (38% from fat)
carb. 2g
pro. 2g
fat 3g
sat. fat 0g
chol. 0mg
sod. 159mg
calc. 35mg
fiber 2g

Ingredients

2cans (15½ ounces each) chickpeas,
rinsed and drained
2⁄3cup tahini
1⁄3cup cold water, plus more as needed
(more will be necessary if the tahini
being used is on the thicker side)
¼cup fresh lemon juice
2garlic cloves, peeled
1teaspoon kosher salt
½teaspoon ground cumin
Extra-virgin olive oil, for serving
Pinch za’atar (optional), for serving

Preparation

1. Insert the chopping blade into the work bowl of the food processor. Process all of the
ingredients on High, until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes. Add additional water through the feed tube, as needed, until desired consistency has been achieved.
2. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired. To serve, drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with za’atar, if using.

This recipe was prepared with

Thick-crust Detroit-style pizza is notable for its use of cubed cheese rather than shredded.

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