Mrs G's Garlic Cilantro Pine Nut Hummus

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I made up this recipe from another hummus recipe. i really make it to taste, and it seems to be a little different each time...so add or delete as you see fit! i like a lot of garlic i've gone as high as 15 cloves, but i think 10 is probably the right amount. sometimes this comes out thicker than i'd like (sometimes not)...if so, i add a bit more water and/or olive oil. if you don't like cilantro, you could use parsley. I love this as a dip, or with pita or naan and tomatoes and cucumbers!! served this one as an appetizer at my wedding! yum!

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Steps

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On a cutting board mince and mash the garlic to a paste with the salt.

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In a food processor puree the chick-peas with the garlic paste , the tahini , the lemon juice , the oil and water , scraping down the sides , until the hummus is smooth.

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Add water / oil , if necessary , to thin the hummus to the desired consistency.

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Add salt to taste.

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Add cumin and blend , taste and adjust if necessary.

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Add cilantro and process until chopped into mixture.

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Add toasted pine nuts and process until blended -- or you can just add them on top , whole , as garnish.

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Transfer the hummus to a bowl and serve.

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Ingredients

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garlic cloves, salt, chickpeas, tahini, fresh lemon juice, olive oil, water, cilantro, pine nuts, ground cumin