Recipe: Hummus 2

Title: Hummus #2
Categories: Appetizers, Vegetables, Mideast
Yield: 6 servings

1 tb Safflower Oil 1/4 ts Oregano
2 tb Chopped Onion 1/4 ts Black pepper
1 x Clove garlic, minced 15 oz Can drained Chick Peas
1/4 c Minced fresh parsley 3 tb Lemon juice
1 ts Basil 2 tb Toasted Sesame seeds
1/4 ts Ground Coriander 1 ds Cumin

GARNISH: lemon wedges, cherry tomatoes, or fresh parsley sprigs (opt)
In a small skillet, heat oil; saute onion and garlic until onion is
softened. Add seasonings. Stir just long enough to soften parsley.
In food processor, combine rinsed and drained chick peas and lemon juice;
process until smooth. Stir in onion and herb mixture; stir in sesame
seeds. Spoon into serving bowl. Top with garnish if desired.
Makes 1 1/2 cups
VARIATIONS: - substitute 15-oz can Great Northern beans for chick peas.