The recipe calls for a can of garbanzo beans. Those work well, but I also really like to buy dried beans and make them up myself. I soak all day, drain soaking water, add new water and cook in the crock pot on low overnight. They store well in the freezer, just drain before storing or they will get mushy.
I also made my own tahini. It was so much cheaper than buy a large jar that I knew would take me forever to get through. Sesame seeds are really cheap when you get them from the bulk foods bins.
Hummus
- 1 16 oz can of chickpeas or garbanzo beans
- 1/4 cup liquid from can of chickpeas
- 3-5 tablespoons lemon juice (depending on taste)
- 1 1/2 tablespoons tahini
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Drain chickpeas and set aside liquid from can. Combine remaining ingredients in blender or food processor. Add 1/4 cup of liquid from chickpeas. Blend for 3-5 minutes on low until thoroughly mixed and smooth.
Tahini- this recipe can be reduced to half or even less
- 5 cups sesame seeds
- 1 1/2 cups olive oil or vegetable oil
Toast sesame seeds for 5-10 minutes in a pan on the stove top, tossing the seeds frequently with a spatula. Do not allow to brown. Cool for 20 minutes.
Pour sesame seeds into food processor and add oil. Blend for 2 minutes. Check for consistency. The goal is a thick, yet pourable texture. Add more oil and blend until desired consistency.
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