This makes a lot of hummus. Recipe should be halved unless serving at least 40 or more as an appetizer.

• 2 tablespoons garlic -- minced
• 3  15.5-oz can garbanzo beans
• 1 cup Tahini
• 3 large lemons
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon cumin seed -- ground
• 1 teaspoon cayenne paprika -- to taste

Place the beans in a food processor along with the undrained beans and all other ingredients except the paprika. Blend until it is a smooth paste. You can adjust the consistency with reserved liquid.

Remove to a serving dish and top with paprika and some extra cayenne pepper.

Cover tightly and chill before serving.

Serve with pita or other flat bread.

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