Artichoke Hummus

I was in Texas recently and saw lots of friends and family!  It was SO fun!  The first weekend in Texas was spend with about 7 of my Baylor girls at a lake in Texas.  We always enjoy being together!  It is amazing to think I have known these girls since the early eighties!

Gretchen is the big sister of my Baylor roommate.  Gretchen is a great cook and brought a homemade artichoke hummus to our weekend.  I came home from Texas and wanted to make it.  I have made it threes times in the last week to take to different social gatherings.

I took the recipe from Gretchen and one from Feed Me Phoebe. I love it!  This hummus has great texture and so much flavor.  Serve with veggies and or pita chips.

Artichoke Hummus (adapted from Feed Me Phoebe)

1  14 oz can artichoke hearts, drained
1  15 oz can garbanzo beans, drained
1/2 cup tahini
3 Tbsp lemon juice
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup water
1 tsp sea salt
3/4 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp red pepper (or more to taste)

Blend everything in a food processor.  I don't have one so I used my Vitamix and it worked beautifully.  Blend until you reach the desired consistency.  Pour into a serving bowl. Top with a drizzle of olive oil, crushed red pepper and fresh or dried parsley.  Chill until ready to serve.  Enjoy with fresh veggies and pita chips.