"The classic dip that is a guaranteed buy in the supermarket - why not try making your own? Tastier, smoother and of course a lot healthier, this recipe will make you never want to buy it again!" 

"Fancy a challenge? Why not try making your own tahini too (see marinades)."

• 200g chickpeas
• 2-3 garlic cloves
• Juice of 1 ½ lemons
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 3 tbsp tahini  
• paprika 

1. Soak the chickpeas overnight 
2. Drain the chick peas, place them in a saucepan and cover with fresh water.
3. Bring them to the boil, simmer until soft.
4. Run the chick peas under cold water until cool and then drain.
5. Using a food processor blend all the ingredients adding a little cooled, boiled water as you go until you are left with a smooth creamy paste
6. Remove from the mixing bowl and season to taste.
7. Garnish with whole chickpeas and paprika for a kick!