It was ……………….. sweet potato!
This is the perfect time of year to utilize sweet potatoes in recipes; they're abundant and economical.
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Bonnie's Sweet Potato Hummus |
The recipe which follows isn’t Bonnie’s, but one I conjured up based on years of hummus-making. You can adapt this recipe to suit your taste, making it sweeter or spicier – or any way you like. That’s the beauty of hummus; it can be whatever you want it to be!
Sweet Potato Hummus
Ingredients:
1 large sweet potato (about 12 oz.)
1 can (15 oz.) chick peas, drained, rinsed1/4 cup tahini
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 small clove garlic, halved
1 teaspoon salt
1 to 2 teaspoons Hungarian paprika
1 teaspoon ground coriander1 teaspoon ground cumin
¼ tsp. cayenne pepper, optional
Optional Garnish: 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh Italian (flat-leaf) parsley, 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
Directions:
1. Scrub the skin of the potato under cool running water; pat dry.
2. Prick skin of sweet potato on all sides with fork. Place on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave on High 6 to 8 minutes or until tender. Allow to cool 15 minutes or until cool enough to handle. Remove skin and cut sweet potato into chunks.
3. Place cooked potato chunks and remaining ingredients (except Garnish ingredients, if using) in large food processor. Cover; process until smooth. If necessary, add water 1 tablespoon at a time to desired consistency. Cover and chill at least 2 hours before serving so flavors can blend.
4. Place in a serving bowl, then top hummus with chopped parsley and a drizzle of olive oil, if desired. Serve with crackers and/or fresh vegetables.
Great blog. Please keep writing. With thanks. Debbie O'
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try the hummus with boiled pumpkin, cauliflower & potato, without chick pea. it's more delicious.
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