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Creativity Everywhere...

even in the kitchen! Before I continue let me just say the kitchen is the last place I would ever want to be.   That is my Hobo's domain.  My excuse is that I am a scientist and therefore, I cook all day in the lab.  However, in my search for healthy, good tasting food I have retreated into the kitchen.   Today I introduce you to a spicy hummus recipe my friend, Jacque (♥ her), gave me and it is so delish that I just have to share it with you all!   I have prepared it several times but with a not so good blender and it was most frustrating.   Today I will test out the... NINJA! First the ingredients... First I roasted my own pine nuts in an oven set at 400°F for ~5 minutes. Place the following ingredients in a blender... 2 cans chick peas drained (save the juice) 2 Tbsp tahini 1/2 c fresh lemon juice (I used ~2/3 or 3 lemons) 2 garlic cloves 1 large jalapeƱo (including seeds) 1/2 c roasted pine ...