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A classic Middle Eastern vegetarian appetizer that makes a great dip for vegetables or a tasty spread for pita bread.

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Directions

Place first three ingredients in a food processor and pulse until smooth.
Add the tahini, water, salt, cumin, and cayenne pepper to the bean mixture and pulse until smooth.
Refrigerate to marinate the flavors. It can be held in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Before serving, bring to room temperature, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with paprika and freshly minced parsley.
Serve with fresh vegetables, pita wedges, or crackers.

Note: If you do not have tahini, smooth peanut butter can be substituted.

Container: small serving bowl

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Serving Size: 1 tablespoon

Servings: 8

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Ingredients

-		15 ounces garbanzo beans (chick peas)
-		4 tablespoons lemon juice
-		2 cloves garlic
-		2 tablespoons tahini (or smooth peanut butter)
-		2 tablespoons hot water
-		1/2 teaspoon salt
-		1/8 teaspoon cumin
-		1/3 teaspoon cayenne pepper
-		1 tablespoon olive oil
-		1/8 teaspoon paprika
-		1 tablespoon fresh parsley, minced

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Submitted by: Lou2Am
Date: 2008/01/26

"Recipe was quick & easy and enjoyed by all at our party. We used a little more olive oil than listed to give it a more silky flavor."

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