Cilantro Jalapeno Hummus
I'm a huge hummus fan. Not only is it a fairly healthy snack, but it's also
something that can be whipped up in no time. If you're still buying hummus,
I beg you to try and make your own, and I promise you won't be disappointed.
This, is by far, one of my most favorite hummus recipes, and probably one of
my most favorite recipes to make, period. I've converted many a non-hummus
eater with this recipe. You can check out the finished product at my
vegetarian food blog, http://28cooks.blogspot.com.

Cilantro Jalapeno Hummus
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 (15oz) cans garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 tsp salt
3 tbsp lime juice
1/2 c good light olive oil
1-2 jalapenos, seeded and finely minced
3/4 c fresh cilantro, chopped

In a food processor or blender, puree garlic, beans, salt, and lime juice.
Slowly stream in olive oil until well blended. Stir in jalapenos and
cilantro. Allow a hour or so in the refrigerator for the flavors to meld.
Serve with pita chips*, fresh veggies, tortilla chips, etc.

*Pita chips are another thing that are extremely easy to make. Spicewise,
they can be taken in literally any direction. Usually, I cut mine in half,
brush them with a good salad dressing (such as Ken's Northern Italian),
place in a 350 degree oven, and bake about 10-15 minutes, flipping once or
twice until crispy. Or you can spray them with a little olive oil cooking
spray, and hit them with whatever spices you'd like.

Enjoy!!
Christiane