beet hummus

serves 12

INGREDIENTS

2 (15 oz) cans garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed

1/4 cup tahini

1/2 cup olive oil

juice from 2 lemons

1 cup pickled or cooked beets

salt and pepper, to taste

STEPS

1. Combine all ingredients in a food processor and blend or pulse until smooth. I have used an immersion blender before, too, and it works but may require additional oil to blend.

2. Taste and adjust as needed. I prefer bright flavor notes in hummus, so I tend to add more lemon juice at the end. Add additional salt and pepper, if desired.

3. Store in closed container in refrigerator. Use within 5 days.