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Classic Hummus

[ INGREDIENTS ]

Chickpeas
Lemon
Garlic
Tahini
Kosher Salt
Black Pepper
Ground Cumin
Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
Za’atar

[ INSTRUCTIONS ]

1. Drain :
   
   1 ( 15 1/2 Ounce) Can Chickpeas;
   in a strainer or colander and rinse thoroughly.
2. Cut :
   
   1 Large Lemon;
   in half, remove any visible seeds, and squeeze juice into a small bowl.
3. Smash :
   
   1 Garlic Clove;
   with the flat side of your knife on a cutting board and remove peel.
4. Continue to mash with side of knife until a paste forms.
5. Combine :
   
   1 ( 15 1/2 Ounce) Can Chickpeas;
   1 Large Lemon;
   1 Garlic Clove;
   1/2 Cup Tahini, Well Mixed;
   3/4 Teaspoon Salt;
   10 Cranks Freshly Ground Black Pepper;
   1/4 Teaspoon Ground Cumin;
   2 Tablespoon Water;
   in a food processor.
6. Process until smooth, about 1 minute.
7. With the motor running, stream in
   
   3 Tablespoon Extra-Virgin Olive Oil;
   then continue to process until hummus is very light and creamy, about 1 minute longer.
8. Taste and season with more salt, if needed.
9. Transfer hummus to a shallow bowl, top with
   
   Za’atar;
   and drizzle with more oil.

::: View the original recipe for Classic Hummus at bonappetit.com