Hummus and Tahini

Ingredients

 * 2 c. raw garbanzo beans or 3 cans chick peas
 * 2-3 garlic cloves or more
 * 1/2 tsp. hot paprika
 * Pinch cayenne pepper
 * 1/2 c. tahini (sesame seed paste)
 * 1/4 c. lemon juice
 * - SEASONING MIXTURE :
 * 1 tsp. salt
 * 1 tsp. cumin seed, ground
 * 1/2 tsp. black pepper
 * 1/2 tsp. turmeric, ground
 * 1/2 tsp. coriander seed, ground
 * 2 tbsp. parsley, dried & minced
 * 1/4 tsp. cayenne, ground

Directions

 * 1) Two cups of raw garbanzo makes 6 cups cooked beans.
 * 2) Soak beans overnight in water; add more water to cover and bring to a boil.
 * 3) Remove and simmer until tender.
 * 4) Drain beans, but reserve the liquid, and set aside a small handful of beans for garnishing.
 * 5) In blender or mashing blend the remaining ingredients, alternating in adding the beans, seasonings, and tahini.
 * 6) Bring to a thick, creamy consistency using excess bean liquid.
 * 7) Add the seasoning mixture and mix well.
 * 8) Put the humus into a bowl and add the following garnishes.
 * 9) Drizzle some Greek olive oil.
 * 10) Sprinkle with paprika.
 * 11) Garnish with chopped parsley or sliced red onion.
 * 12) Top bowl with handful of reserved whole beans.
 * 13) Serve as a dip with nacho chips, pita triangles or stuff in pita bread with sprouts.