WHAT’S ON THE MENU WEDNESDAY with Gremlins and Hummus

by | Aug 16, 2011 | Sips and Small Bites | 6 comments

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I won’t even begin to go into the gremlins that have gotten into my computer and, therefore, my blogging lately.  Let’s just say it hasn’t been pretty.
 
I hope all is fixed, including Blogger, and What’s On the Menu Wednesday really is back up and running. 
 
Thanks so much for being here.

 

One of my favorite and all-time easy meals is what we call The Greek Plate.  It’s light, flavorful and filling which is perfect for these hot and busy days we’ve been having.  Typically, it’s a plate of olives, capers, tomato-cucumber-parsley and onion salad, a good feta cheese, and a really spicy hummus.  I serve a favorite pita bread (not pita pockets) alongside for scooping.  So satisfying without fussiness.  Sometimes, for Hubby, I might have some anchovies, sardines or smoked salmon with it.  Usually, that isn’t really necessary.  I think you will really enjoy this spicy hummus. 

hummusJudy’s Spicy Hummus

1 14-ounce can Great Northern beans
1 14-ounce can garbanzo beans
2 Tablespoons tahini
1 teaspoon red pepper  flakes
2 teaspoons cumin
2 teaspoons ground coriander
1 teaspoon garlic
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 lemon, juiced
1 Tablespoon olive oil
1/3 cup water
 
Process all ingredients except water in a food processor.  Begin gradually and add water as needed for a smooth, but not too thin, consistency.  It usually takes 3-5 minutes.  The key is to blend it well without making it soupy.
 
I have added a roasted red pepper in the past for a difference taste.  I usually just use the ones packed in a jar and add it slowly as the beans, etc. are blended and before the water is added. 
 
I’m toying with the idea of adding wilted spinach and artichoke hearts.  What do you think?
 
Again, thanks so much for your patience and for hanging in for What’s On the Menu Wednesday.  I’m looking forward to all that you have to say.
 
 
 

6 Comments

  1. Coleen
    Coleen on at 4:00 am

    I’ve never eaten hummus, but I love all of the ingredients in your recipe, so I think I’ll give it a try, thanks for sharing.

  2. NC Sue
    NC Sue on at 7:51 am

    The gremlins may be in your computer still, or could have hopped over to mine – I don’t see the linky!

    Good luck with the exorcism!

  4. Marelie
    Marelie on at 12:46 am

    Ive never eaten hummus before but yours is so inviting.Thanks for hosting and sharing

  5. Lasso the Moon
    Lasso the Moon on at 12:30 am

    Thanks for hosting such a yummy party!
    Anna