Hummus

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Ingredients

1 cup	dried chickpeas
1/2 teaspoon	baking soda
1/4 cup	fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup	tahini
1 clove	garlic, minced
2 tablespoons	extra virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon	ground cumin
—	salt to taste
2-3 tablespoons	water
—	paprika for garnish
—	fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

1. 1 Rinse the chickpeas and place them in a large bowl. Cover with cold water and soak overnight.
2. 2 Drain and rinse the chickpeas, then add them to a pot with the baking soda.
3. 3 Cover the chickpeas with water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 45-60 minutes until tender.
4. 4 Drain the chickpeas, reserving some of the cooking liquid.
5. 5 In a food processor, combine the lemon juice, tahini, minced garlic, olive oil, cumin, and salt.
6. 6 Process until smooth, then add the cooked chickpeas.
7. 7 Blend the mixture, adding reserved cooking liquid or water a tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached.
8. 8 Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
9. 9 Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and garnish with paprika and parsley.