Hummus

I love this homemade hummus, made without tahini.  I don't use a blender because I like the rustic feel of the mixture, but if you want to use a blender, go for it.  I eat this with Natural Blue Corn tortilla chips.

HUMMUS

1 can chickpeas

3 small garlic cloves
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp lemon juice
¼ tsp cumin

salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Drain chickpeas; reserve half of the liquid. In blender, puree chickpeas, OR pound the chickpeas until somewhat pureed, reserved liquid and garlic until smooth. Add olive oil and lemon juice, blending smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Makes about one cup.