Basic Hummus Recipe

| Comments | 6 TrackBacks
 

Who wants to cook when the temperature outside is nearly 100 degrees?  I certainly don't want to fire up my stove, so why not whip up a batch of hummus:

  • 1 can (large) of chickpeas (save some of the water from the can)
  • 1 half lemon (squeeze for lemon juice)
  • Salt to taste
  • Olive oil (1/2 cup)
  • Tahini Paste (2/3 cup)
  • 1-2 cloves of garlic

Set up your Cuisinart mixer and add garlic and pulse until the garlic is nicely minced.  Next, add your chickpeas (without water) and tahini and get your mixer going on automatic.  Add the olive, salt, and lemon juice.  If the mixture is too thick, then add some of the chickpea liquid. 

NOTE: The key to hummus (as is the case with any recipe) is to constantly taste the mixture!



Related Posts with Thumbnails

6 TrackBacks

TrackBack URL: http://www.scordo.com/cgi-sys/cgiwrap/scordo/managed-mt/mt-tb.cgi/35

rachel ray recipes from rachel ray recipes on November 27, 2008 1:50 PM

rachel ray recipes Read More

While flipping through TV channels on a lazy Sunday afternoon I came across an old episode of the classic TV series, "Julia and Jacques Cooking at Home"  The series was tapped in Julia's kitchen in Cambridge and while Julia... Read More

 (photo: hummus or chickpeas with tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.  Omit the tahini if you'd like a more Italian version!)By now many of our readers have realized that Italian food is all about simple preparation and great... Read More

(photo: crostini with cannellini bean spread and roasted peppers)Crostini literally means "little toasts" in Italian and they are Italian appetizers or tapas consisting of flavorful toppings.  Crostini are usually made from Italian baguette,... Read More

Pesto and Roasted Pepper Bruschetta from Italian Food and Recipes - Scordo.com on February 1, 2011 9:29 PM

One of the most attractive principles of Italian cooking is that with a few simple, yet high quality, ingredients one can create wonderful dishes that are cheap, healthy, and exceptionally flavorful.  The simple bruschetta, with an almost limitle... Read More

Homemade Whole Wheat Pita Recipe from Italian Food and Recipes - Scordo.com on February 14, 2011 4:26 PM

(photo: courtesy of Dr. K; pita bread puffing up in the oven)In the spirit of spreading love on Valentine's Day I'd like to share a wonderful bread recipe and guest post by way of Dr. K.  This week the... Read More

scordo on twitter scordo.com on facebook become a fan stumble scordo rss feed for scordo

Scordo.com Free Newsletter - Sign Up Today
* indicates required

BECOME A FAN OF SCORDO ON FACEBOOK:



GOOD READING:



MORE ABOUT US:



FEATURED STORIES:


Homemade Sun Dried Tomatoes in Olive Oil Recipe
Don't settle for the canned varieties found at supermarkets; find out how to make your own [+]


How to Make Authentic Tomato Sauce
This is the authentic Scordo family recipe - straight from Calabria. You'll be amazed at how simple the recipe is to make [+]


Guide to Italian Extra Virgin Olive Oil
My grandfather produced his own extra virgin olive oil in Italy and I've put together an olive oil buying guide just for you [+]


How to Make Rice Balls or Arancini At Home
The ultimate Italian street food - these fried treats are great for the holidays or for any lunch or dinner; try them with your kids [+]


Guide to Making Espresso at Home
Making good espresso at home isn't easy but once you master a few easy tips you'll never settle for the junk served at most cafes in the US, including Starbucks [+]


Why You Should Not Eat Out
My argument on why eating out doesn't make sense [+]


Guide to Italian Meats: Salame, Capicola, Prosciutto, etc.
Learn all about the great "deli meats" and authentic cured specialties from Italy [+]


Scordo Pizza Recipe
Who doesn't love pizza, but did you know it's real easy to make at home [+]

 


English to Italian Translation Powered by
Grab this Widget


SPONSORS, AFFILIATES, SUPPORTERS:

Italian Food and Life Site


mymelange
Independent Budget Backpacking Travel Tips

Advertise with Scordo.com
Advertise with Scordo.com

 


 

DONATE AND HELP KEEP US GOING:

 

Feeling generous and want to help keep Scordo.com producing fresh and original content?

 

QUESTIONS, IDEAS, TIPS:

 

email scordo.com: blog at scordo.com

 

 

Note: The views expressed herein are solely my own and should not be attributed to my employer in any way. This site is not maintained utilizing my employer's resources or on company time.

 

RSS feed graphic for scordo.com Subscribe to Scordo.com via RSSBlog Flux Directory