Roasted Garlic and Sun-Dried Tomato Hummus

By catgirl

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 2 cans chickpeas, rinsed and drained
• 6 cloves roasted garlic
• 6 tablespoons lemon juice
• 4 tablespoons tahini
• 1 teaspoon ground red pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
• 3-4 tablespoons sundried tomatoes, drained
• 1-2 tablespoons Romano or Parmesan cheese (optional)
• 1-2 tablespoons pine nuts (optional)
• 1-2 tablespoons chopped chives (optional)

Preparation

Step 1

In a food processor, pulse the olive oil, chickpeas, and garlic. Add the lemon juice, tahini, red pepper, paprika, smoked paprika, cumin, and ground pepper and process until mixed and smooth. Add additional spices as needed for taste. Add the sundried tomatoes and process until well blended. Place in an airtight container and sprinkle with grated Romano or Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, or chives if desired. Store in refrigerator.