*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                          HUMMUS (CHICK PEA DIP)

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Serving Size  : 1    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Vegetarian

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   2       c            Chick peas -- drained
                        -(canned or fresh cooked)
     2/3   c            Tahina paste
                        -(ground sesame seeds)
     3/4   c            Lemon juice
   2                    Garlic cloves -- mashed
   1       t            Salt
     1/4   ts           Cumin
                        Parsley, for garnish

  1. Place chick peas, tahina, lemon juice, garlic, salt and cumin in food
  processor.
  
  2. Mix until smooth.
  
  3. Place in a jar and refrigerate.
  
  Just before serving sprinkle chopped parsley on top.
  
  Add more garlic if dessired. If you want this thinner to serve as a dip,
  add more lemon juice.
  
   (From "The flavor of Jerusalem" by Joan Nathan and Judy Stacey Goldman)
  
  Makes: 2 1/2-3 cups
 


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