Reviewed: Aug. 17, 2005

I stumbled on this recipe, and I am really glad that I did. We had just finished up a container of black bean hummus that we had purchased from Costco. My husband and I both loved it so much, and I have to tell you that this recipe tastes exactly like the hummus that we paid $5.00 a container for. I don't like Garbanzo beans at all, but love the overall flavor of hummus, so this was a really great find. Next time, I will add more garlic, and reduce the liquid- it was a little too thin, and I only added 2 tbsp. of the reserved liquid. I'd say that it is definately ok to discard the remaining liquid, save 1 tbsp. Thank you so much Jen for saving us some money with this recipe!!!

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SARRAHS

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Living In: Portland, Oregon, USA

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Reviewed: Aug. 15, 2005

This is easy and awesome. You can substitute garbanzo for the black beans for people who don't like black beans, but I think it's better with the black beans. The last time I made it, the tahini was really thick for some reason, and needed more bean juice, but you just need to watch and taste and adjust. I always use extra garlic, but that's just personal preference. This recipe is great as written.

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FROGGYOGA

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Reviewed: Jul. 31, 2005

Everyone loves it when I make this. The texture is not as heavy as hummus and I think that's a bonus.

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PEABOY

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Reviewed: Jul. 18, 2005

I love hummus, so I've tried lots of them and this one is still THE BEST! It's also one of the easiest. Plus, I keep the ingredients on hand for unexpected company.

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COFFEYBUNNY

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Reviewed: Jul. 11, 2005

This was a nice variation to chick peas but I think it needs a little more kick. I added more of all the ingredients (except beans) as well as olive oil. It was good. Next time I'll add even more heat.

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SONONUEY

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Reviewed: Jul. 3, 2005

WOW, Awesome, Delicious Hummus!!! Fun food for a party or snack with pita bread. Tonight I am having it with slices of rustic whole wheat bread. Best hummus ever!

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mariamou

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Reviewed: Jun. 23, 2005

absolutely delicious! i don't like olives so i left them out.

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LORELAI8

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Reviewed: Jun. 11, 2005

this tastes amazing, i like it a little smoother with the black bean juice in it and, though normally i can't deal with heat, the cayenne gave it just the right amount. i have a new party snack!

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JASONSRACHEL

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Reviewed: Jun. 5, 2005

Very tasty...since I love garlic, I added two cloves. In stead of cayenne pepper, I used red pepper flakes. The flavors blend in a more subtle combination if you let it sit in the refrigerator for a few hours before serving. Thanks Jen for sharing this! It's amazing...

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JHFULLEN

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Reviewed: May 12, 2005

Yum! Easy & tasty! I used the spice amounts as listed in the ingredients list instead of using a little bit and then adding to taste as per the directions. Then I added a little more cumin.

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DC Girly Girl

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Living In: Columbia, Maryland, USA

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Reviewed: Apr. 24, 2005

Excellent hummus Jen! If you're garlic lovers like we are, add a couple of extra cloves. We loved it!!

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LINDA MCLEAN

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Reviewed: Mar. 3, 2005

The quantities of the spices listed in the ingredients doesn't match what's in the directions. I, myself, didn't notice this, and followed the quantities listed in the directions, and I thought the hummus was delicious, as did my friends. I gave the recipe to a friend of mine, and she followed the quantities listed under ingredients, and since she likes things spicy, she was happy, but I didn't like it. So, I guess you can go either way.

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HONOLULUMAMA

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Reviewed: Feb. 27, 2005

My friends and I make this all the time... its AWESOME!!! We put all the ingredients in ... since we like things spicy.

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Drea

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Reviewed: Feb. 21, 2005

Tastes great, but next time I'll leave out the reserved bean juice, as it was just a tad too watery. Overall, though, this was a delicious recipe, and a great diversion from traditional hummus. (I actually made it because I was out of chick peas... Glad I was!)

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allison125

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Reviewed: Jan. 26, 2005

This is a great black bean dip. I say bean dip because I don't consider this hummus. To me hummus = specifically, garbanzo beans.

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KarenKY

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Reviewed: Jan. 24, 2005

very very yummy. I followed the recipe exactly. it was great, while it won't replace traditional hummus it has a place at my table

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ANGELAKOMLJENOVIC

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Reviewed: Jan. 24, 2005

Very good - super easy, beautiful quick appetizer

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Reviewed: Jan. 17, 2005

To me, this tasted like watered-down hummos. So why did I give this 5 stars, you ask? I also made it substituting chick peas for the black beans, and it was to die for! I used two cloves of garlic, which gave it a very strong garlic flavor. If you're looking for a thick hummos, I suggest using chick peas instead of black beans.

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BASTAH

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Reviewed: Jan. 6, 2005

I had to leave out the olives because I didn't have any and wasn't going to the store. It was still wonderful. I would take this recipe over a hummus with garbanzos beans any day.

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mikki

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Reviewed: Nov. 22, 2004

I have been making this recipe for two years now, and usually prepare it once a week! I always bring it to dinner parties, and my friends always request it. I omit the olives b/c i don't like them and add extra garlic. I also add double the black bean reserve to thin out the consistency so it doesn't overload my blender!

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