Hummus

Directions

1. 1
   Place all ingredients in the blender jar. Secure lid and turn dial to Speed 1. Blend on Speed 1 until paste-like consistency, then slowly increase speed to medium (Speed 5). Blend until texture is very smooth, using the tamper to push down chickpeas, until chickpeas are paste-like, about 1 minute.
2. 2
   Blend in up to a 1/4 cup more water, as needed, to achieve desired consistency. Taste and adjust with salt, if needed.
3. 3
   Serve immediately, or store in airtight container in refrigerator for up to 1 week.
4. 4
   VARIATION: Roasted garlic hummus: Use 3 tablespoons roasted garlic in place of raw garlic. Proceed as directed.
5. 5
   VARIATION: Kalamata olive hummus: Add 1/4 cup pitted and chopped Kalamata olives with tahini. Proceed as directed.
6. 6
   VARIATION: Roasted red pepper hummus: Add 1/4 cup chopped jarred roasted red peppers with tahini. Proceed as directed.