Hummus

• 32 oz chickpeas
  
• 1/8 c. reserved liquid from chickpeas or to taste (more for a smoother, more liquid hummus, less for a more solid hummus)
• 6 Tbsp. tahini
  
• Juice of 2 whole lemons
  
• 6 cloves garlic
  
• 2 tsp. salt
  
• 1 tsp. cayenne
  
• 1 tsp. paprika
  
• black pepper to taste
  
• Olive oil and paprika for garnish

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Blend together first 9 ingredients until desired consistency is reached.

Garnish with olive oil and paprika and serve.

Flavor can be adjusted easily: consider adding roasted red peppers, olives, jalapeños, caramelized onions, dill, pine nuts, etc.