Broccoli Chickpea Puree

Directions

1. 1
   Steam the broccoli for five minutes until tender but still bright.
2. 2
   Refresh with cold water and drain on paper towels.
3. 3
   Turn on a food processor fitted with the steel blade, and drop in the garlic.
4. 4
   When the garlic is minced and adhering to the sides of the bowl, stop the machine and scrape down the bowl.
5. 5
   Add the broccoli, chickpeas and cumin, and process to a coarse puree.
6. 6
   Turn off the machine, and scrape down the sides of the bowl.
7. 7
   Turn on the machine again, and pour in the lemon juice and olive oil with the machine running.
8. 8
   Process until smooth.
9. 9
   Add the tahini and salt to taste, and blend well.
10. 10
    Serve with bread, croutons or pita, or as a dip with vegetables.