*  Exported from  MasterCook II  *

                                  Hummus

Recipe By     : Elizabeth Powell
Serving Size  : 8    Preparation Time :0:20
Categories    : Appetizers                       Ethnic

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   1      tablespoon    sesame oil
   1      small         onion -- chopped
   1      clove         garlic -- minced
   1      can           garbanzo beans -- drained
   2      tablespoons   sesame seeds -- toasted lightly
     1/2  cup           sesame butter
     1/4  cup           fresh lemon juice
     1/2  teaspoon      turmeric
     1/4  teaspoon      salt

     Saute onions and garlic in sesame oil until just tender.  Puree
     beans in food processor. Add onions, garlic, and remaining
     ingredients and blend until desired consistency.  More sesame oil
     may be added if mixture is too thick.  Garnish with parsley and
     additional toasted sesame seeds, if desired.

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Serving Ideas : Serve with toasted pita triangles.