Hummus

2 cups garbanzo beans; drained, reserve liquid
1/3 cup tahini (recipe for homemade tahini below)
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 tsp salt
2 cloves garlic
1 Tbsp olive oil (not EVOO) or vegetable oil

Combine all ingredients together in a food processor and mix to desired consistency.

Sprinkle a pinch of paprika and fresh parsley on top, if desired.

Homemade Tahini
1 cup sesame seeds
1/3-1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/4 tsp sesame seed oil
pinch kosher salt

Toast sesame seeds in the oven for 5-10 minutes on 350 degrees. Toss regularly.

Combine all ingredients in food processor until creamy and pourable.