Chickpea Dip (Hummus)

This is a great appetizer!!

Ingredients:

2 can Chickpeas
1/4 cup sesame seed paste(tahini)
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Paprika

Method:

1. Soak dried chickpeas in water for one hour and then boil 10 minutes, simmer 50 minutes until soft or, use canned chickpeas and drain. I prefer to wash it under hot running water, to get rid of the preservatives.

2. Add all but a few chickpeas and a little bit of olive oil to put it on the top (save a dozen for presentation) and all ingredients in a food processor to create a smooth dip.

3. Place mix in serving bowl.

4. Pour the little bit of olive oil on hummus dip to create pockets and bring a fork and dip it in the olive oil and then in paprika, and decorate.

5. Ready to serve. Use roasted pita bread or you can use a slice of french baguette