Easy hummus recipes have been the darling of parties in the United States for more than a decade. Where guacamole was the shining star of a house party in the 1990s, the 2000s have been dominated by the smooth decadence of hummus in all its forms. If you have been living under a rock, or have only recently discovered the wide world of easy hummus recipes that are available, here are a few facts you should know about the history and uses of hummus.

Hummus, whether you are talking about an easy hummus recipe or more complicated recipes with hummus, is a Middle Eastern and Arabic food dip or spread made from cooked, mashed chickpeas blended with tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, salt and garlic. Today, it is popular throughout the Middle Ea

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