Lime Avocado Hummus

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon whole peppercorns
• 1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
• 1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and pitted
• 1/2 cup fresh parsley sprigs
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup grated Romano cheese
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
• 1/4 cup lime juice
• 1 garlic clove
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• Tortilla chips