Amount
Ingredient
Preparation



1
each
chickpeas

can



2
each
garlic

cloves



4
tablespoons
lemon juice





3
tablespoons
tahini

(sesame seed paste)



3
tablespoons
olive oil





1
teaspoon
curry powder

optional

 Drain up to half of the liquid out of the can of chick peas.  Put all the ingredients into a mixer and mix on high, stirring occasionally until it is a creamy, paste consistency.
  
Makes a wonderful salad, dip or spread for sandwiches.
  
Garnish with extra-virgin olive oil and fresh mint