hummus

1 lemon
1 15 ounce can garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
1 cloves garlic
water
parsley or cilantro, to taste, if desired

Grate lemon and put zest in a food processor or blender. Juice the lemon and
add to the zest. Add beans, garlic and 2 tablespoons water. Add parsley or cilantro if desired. Puree until smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

VARIATION: Make a black bean hummus using 1 can of black beans and the zest
and juice of one lime