Terrie’s Famous Hummus With a Kick

The carrots are out at the Farmer’s Markets, and they are DELICIOUS. Hummus is a fantastic healthy dip for any fresh veggies, and one of my personal favorites with fresh carrots. It’s also great with celery, peppers, pita chips, bread, or on wraps as a spread.

Prep time: 10 minutes
Serves 4

1 can garbanzo beans (16 oz.)
2 tablespoons Tahini
3 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon honey
1/8 teaspoon or less African cayenne pepper
Small bunch cilantro

Open the can of garbanzo beans, pour out half the liquid, and put the rest in food processor. Add Tahini, garlic, honey and African cayenne; blend until smooth and creamy. Throw a handful of fresh cilantro in at the end for taste and color.

Recipe Tips
Try substituting peanut butter for Tahini.
Take the green growth out of the center of the garlic clove; it makes it bitter.

Contributed to Savoring Chelan: Pairing Local Wines with Regional Recipes by Terrie Holm-Nielsen, co-owner and designer at Columbia Furniture in Chelan and Wenatchee.