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Hummus: give chickpeas a chance

Although there are many variations, the primary ingredients involve a magical combination of chickpeas, tahini, garlic and lemon.

Hummus is deeply ingrained in many cultures across the Middle East, but who was it that sparked that initial brainwave of squashing chickpeas and mixing them with tahini? This has been the subject of much debate — even lawsuits — all stemming from a fierce love and pride for this nutritious, supremely delicious delicacy.

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