Hummus

Everyone needs a good hummus recipe.  Hummus makes a great snack, a great spread for sandwiches and a great appetizer at any party.  It is loved by vegetarians and meat eaters alike and can be served with veggies or pita (or both!)  This hummus has the perfect amount of garlic and lemon which, in my book, are the essentials to a good hummus.  Well, besides the chickpeas, of course!  Whiz up a batch today!  

Hummus (adapted from foodnetwork.com)

1 (15 oz.) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
4 garlic cloves
1 t. salt
1/3 c. tahini paste
6 T. freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 T. water
8 dashes hot sauce (I use Frank's)

Add all ingredients to the bowl of a food processor and process until the hummus is smooth.  Taste for seasoning and serve cold or at room temperature with pita chips or veggies (I like carrots and celery.)  I serve mine topped with a few toasted pine nuts, a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkling of paprika.  

10 servings (104 calories each serving) according to my calculator on loseit.com