Fun with Food

I always said in high school that I liked Chemistry because it was like cooking. Well, these guys have taken both to a whole new level. Not too sure how healthy some of these dishes are, but the whole presentation is fascinating.

High tech Dining with Homaro Cantu

Hummus

This has been one of our family 's favorites for some time - even before we were intentional about cutting out cholesterol. I make this one so often that my girls call garbanzo beans "hummus beans." This is a fantastic dip with crackers (make sure they are
free of all hydrogenated or partially hydrogenated oils!) and fresh vegetables.

Hummus

1 (15 oz.) can chick peas (garbanzo beans)
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon tahini (a paste made from sesame seeds)
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 tsp salt (optional)
1 teaspoons olive oil

Drain the chick-peas, reserving 1 tablespoon of the liquid. Rinse and drain the chick-peas. In a large bowl combine all ingredients except for the olive oil. Using a hand blender, process until a smooth creamy texture is achieved. A food processor also works well. (I have not had much luck with conventional blenders and making hummus.) If desired, salt to taste. Place in a serving bowl and drizzle olive oil on top.
Makes 1 1/2 cups: 12 servings
Per serving (2 tbsp): 53 calories, 1.8 g fat (.1g saturated), 0 mg cholesterol, 2 g protein, 8.6g carbohydrates, 106mg sodium, 1.6 g fiber