---------- Recipe via Meal-Master (tm) v8.03 Title: GARLICKY GARBANZO BEAN DIP Categories: Appetizers, Dips, Vegetables Yield: 6 servings 3 c Garbanzo Beans; Cooked 1/4 c Water 1/2 c Tahini; Sesame Paste 1/3 c Lemon Juice 1 1/2 tb Garlic; Chopped 1 tb Salt 1 ts Cumin; Ground 2 tb Olive Oil -------------------------GARNISHES------------------------- 1 x Lemon Slices 1 x Parsley; Chopped 1 x Paprika Puree the beans with the water in a food processor or blender to the consistency of a smooth, mashed-potatolike paste. (The beans can also be mashed with the water by hand) Add the tahini, lemon juice, garlic, salt and cumin. Continue mixing until light and fluffy. Put into a serving bowl and swirl in the olive oil. Sprinkle on paprika and garnish with lemon slices and chopped parsley. Serve at room temperature. Makes about 4 1/4 cups of dip. SUGGESTED DIPPERS: Pita Bread Triangles, Celery, Carrots, Fennel, Cheddar Cheese -----