Ingredients

2 cups Garbanzo beans from can or cooked from dry beans

Juice from 1 or 2 medium lemons

1 garlic clove minced

1-1/2 Tbsp tahini

2 or 3 Tbsp olive oil

2 or 3 Tbsp juice from beans (optional)

salt to taste

black or white pepper to taste (optional)

spices (optional)

Preparation

Put all ingredients into a blender. Pulse on a medium to high speed until blended to a smooth consistency. I like to make it with 2 lemons, 1 garlic clove and 3 Tbsp olive oil. Spice options include cayenne, fresh cilantro, cumin, curry, paprika, fresh parsley and others.