Good eats...

[Bill1954]

Way off topic, but this is too good not to share. It’s nice and cool for a late summer lunch; I eat it with crackers, but I bet it’d be good with pita or any other flat bread.


Chipotle hummus

2 (15.5 ounce) cans garbanzo beans, drained
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 canned chipotle pepper in adobo sauce
2 cloves garlic
1 1/2 teaspoons cumin
1/2 cup chopped cilantro
1/2 teaspoon salt
ground black pepper to taste

Blend everything but the cilantro in a blender or food processor until smooth; I then hand chop and add the cilantro afterwards and mix thoroughly. You could add a ¼ cup tahini is you have it; and maybe some chopped roasted red bell peppers too; but not necessary. Make sure to use only one chipotle chili; I gave this to someone, and they used one *can* chipotles! Um… a little too picante! I also took the time to hand-squeeze the lemon juice; there’s enough lemon in it to make a big difference.

I don’t know if chipotle chilies are available nationwide; they're sold in small cans in the Mexican section of the markets out here. I suppose you could substitute any moderately hot chili, but these are smoked jalapeños, and the adobo sauce they’re packed in makes them last for a long time.

Enjoy—

Bill

[GreatBird]

How do I feel? Slightly overcooked. ;)

Last shot was last night. I'm ready to start the long climb back. We moved into our new home a couple of weeks ago and that got my mind off of counting the days. I've been spending my time buried in boxes and wondering why I have so much stuff!

[Bill1954]

Thanks :o). I’m actually soaking beans as we speak… really! What a coincidence! I tried dried cici's a few weeks ago; they work really well. I also invested in a can of tahini... it's pricey, but lasts for a long time. I only use two or three tablespoons in the recipe.

You’re nearing the end of your journey soon? How do you feel about that?

[GreatBird]

This is sooooo good. I'm about to make it again. :)  BTW--I started with dry beans.

[Marcia2202]

I love hummus! You guys got me so curious now, I will soak the chick peas leave them till tomorrow and cook them in salt and spices in the morning. I usually make a lot and freeze them in several zip lock bags to use in couscous sauces or salads...

[franke566]

Sounds so much better than the chicken liver thread.  I did try your recipe on that and it was truly fantastic!

[lalapple]

such a fresh and healthy snack!  sounds very yummy, thanks for sharing :)