Ingredients

1 cup shelled boiled peanuts

2 tablespoons tahini

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

1 teaspoon minced fresh garlic

1/4 teaspoon ground cumin

Pinch of ground red pepper

2 tablespoons olive oil

Garnishes: olive oil, shelled boiled peanuts Pita rounds or pita chips

Preparation

Process first 7 ingredients in a food processor until coarsely chopped, stopping to scrape down sides. With processor running, pour olive oil through food chute in a slow, steady stream, processing until mixture is smooth. Stir in up to 5 Tbsp. water, 1 Tbsp. at a time, for desired spreading consistency. Garnish, if desired. Serve with pita rounds or pita chips.