Spinach Hummus

Spinach HummusA fresh tasting twist on classic hummus.

Ingredients:

-1 can (19 oz. /540 mL) chickpeas, drained and rinsed

-1 cup packed fresh baby spinach1

- cup shredded Havarti cheese

-¼ cup (about 1 lemon) freshly squeezed lemon juice

-¼ tsp. hot pepper sauce

-½ cup (approx.) water

-¼ tsp clove garlic (optional)

-Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking Directions:

• Use a food processor fitted with a metal blade to combine chickpeas, garlic (optional) and spinach. Pulse until chickpeas and spinach are finely chopped, scraping the sides of the bowl, if necessary.

• Add cheese, lemon juice and pepper sauce and pulse until blended.

• Gradually add enough water to thin the dip to desired consistency.

• Transfer to serving bowl.

Tip: For a warm dip, transfer to a small baking dish. Bake in preheated 350 degree oven or toaster oven for about 20 minutes or until warmed through. To microwave, transfer to a microwave safe bowl and microwave on medium power for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring once, or until warmed through.

Serve with vegetables.

Notes:

Makes 8 servings (about ¼ each)

*Count each serving as 1 protein.

Adapted from a Food TV recipe. Thanks to Wendy F. for the recipe.www.drbishop.ca