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Low-Fat Hummus

1 (15-ounce can) garbanzo beans (chick peas), drained and rinsed
1 tablespoon low-fat (reduced fat) peanut butter
1/3 cup fresh-squeezed lemon juice
1/2 cup warm water
1 to 2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 cup finely minced parsley leaves
1 teaspoon sesame seed oil
1 tablespoon ground sumac or paprika for garnish

In a food processor or blender, place garbanzo beans, peanut butter, water, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, and salt; blend until pureed. Remove to bowl; mix in parsley and sesame seed oil. Refrigerate for several hours before serving.

NOTE: On occasions, I have left the garlic out, and it still tastes great!

VARIATION: For an interesting variation, substitute black beans or cannellini beans (Northern beans). Also substitute minced basil leaves for the parsley. Four ounces of minced roasted peppers may also be added.

Makes approximately 1 1/2 cups or 6 servings.
Serving size = 1/4 cup