Roasted Garlic Hummus

I make no claims for ancestral or culinary authenticity where this hummus is concerned. I doubt my Italian grandmothers ever heard of hummus. But I found a simple recipe and kept messing with it until it's so good no one can stop sticking their fingers in it. It may be healthy because of all the olive oil and garlic, but it certainly isn't lo-cal.

Gentle warning to Gentle Readers: this recipe includes beans, of the musical sort. If your tushie tends to toot, indulge with appropriate moderation.

Recipe: Roasted Garlic Hummus

1 (15 oz.) can Chickpeas/Garbanzo Beans, drained
 .......... about 1  1/3 c.
4 cloves Roasted Garlic, more or less
1/2 Tbs. Lemon Juice
1/4 to 1/2 c. Olive Oil, as desired
1/2 c. combined fresh Basil, Cilantro, Oregano and/or Chives

Combine Garbanzo Beans, Roasted Garlic, 2 Tbs. Olive Oil, Lemon Juice and Herbs in food processor. Pulse several times for a chunky blend. For a smoother, creamy Hummus, add additional Olive Oil a tablespoon at a time until the consistency is as you like it.

Serve warm or chilled with Pita, Chapatis, Crackers, Crudities, Steamed Artichokes, etc.

copyright Starr Luteri 2009