1/3 c. sesame tahini
2 (15 oz.) cans garbanzo beans (chick peas), well drained
1/4 c. lemon juice
5 cloves minced garlic
5 drops Tabasco sauce
1/4 c. water
1/2 tsp. cumin

Combine all ingredients and blend until the desired consistency; an electric mixer works well. Serve as a dip or is really good with wedges of pita bread.