Hummus - Basic Hummus

1. 1

   Combine the chick peas, tahini paste, garlic, lemon juice, 1/2 cup (125 ml) water.

2. 2

   and salt to taste in a food processor or wide based blender.

3. 3

   (If you do not have this, you can use a food mill or a seive).

4. 4

   Process to a thick smoother puree.

5. 5

   Remove from processor or blender and place in a pretty crock or bowl.

6. 6

   Drizzle as much olive oil as you like, but enough to lightly cover the top to keep dip from crusting.

7. 7

   Cover with plastic wrap and chill, then serve.

8. 8

   (you can eat it immediately too, very good!)

9. 9

   Server with sliced wedges of Pita Bread.. you can leave them soft or lightly toast them in the oven.

10. 10

    Also, good with cold raw vegetables as dippers.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.