RECIPE:
HUMMUS
(they'll never know it's good for them!)
1 can chick peas or garbanzo beans, rinsed & drained
2 Tbsp. olive oil
2 tsp. lemon juice
¼ tsp. granulated garlic
salt and pepper to taste
Combine all ingredients in food processor. Process until smooth. If necessary, add water 1 tsp at a time until desired consistency is achieved.
Serve with pita chips, sliced bread or fresh vegetables.
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GRINGO "GUAC"
In addition to above ingredients, add:
1 tsp. Capers, drained
2 Tbsp. Cilantro, chopped
jalapeño peppers, to taste
1 lime, juiced
¼ cup tomato, finely diced
2 Tbsp. Red Onion, chopped
Process until smooth.
If desired, stir in 1/4 c finely diced tomato and 2 Tbsp finely diced red onion.
ROASTED VEGETABLE
In dry, non stick pan, roast 1/2 c desired vegetable until lightly charred.
Process with other ingredients until desired consistency is obtained.
Suggested vegetables include fresh tomatoes, marinated artichoke hearts, pumpkin, or any of your favorites.
OTHER OPTIONS
For other options, try substituting black beans or large white beans.
Most varieties of hummus include tahini or sesame. Feel free to include as much or as little of this as you'd like. You can also drizzle in some sesame oil for extra flavor.
PITA CHIPS
I package pita bread, cut into triangles
olive oil
salt and pepper to taste
Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
Lightly toss with olive oil, salt and pepper. Spread on baking sheet and bake until crispy, about 10 minutes.
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