CALIFORNIA PIZZA KITCHEN TUSCAN HUMMUS

1 15-ounce can white beans or Great Northern beans (strain and keep liquid)

¼ Cup liquid from the can

¼ Cup sesame tahini

3 Tablespoons lemon juice

1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil

1 teaspoon granulated sugar

2 teaspoons minced garlic

½ teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon white pepper

¼ teaspoon ground cumin

¼ teaspoon rubbed dried sage

¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper



GARNISH

2 Tablespoons chopped Roma tomatoes

1 teaspoon chopped basil

¼ teaspoon minced garlic



1. Dump entire contents of the can of white beans into a strainer set over a bowl. Let the beans sit for a little while so that all of the liquid drips into the bowl.

2. Dump the beans and ¼ Cup of the liquid from the bowl into a food processor.

3. Add the remaining ingredients to the food processor and puree the mixture until completely smooth – about a minute or so.

4. Spoon the hummus into a covered container and chill for at least 2 hours so that the flavors can develop.



When serving, garnish the hummus with a couple tablespoons of chopped Roma tomatoes mixed with chopped fresh basil and garlic. Serve with warm, sliced pita bread, pita chips or crackers.