Italian Chickpea Spread Recipe

• 1 3/4 c. cooked chickpeas Or possibly
• 1 x 15 ounce can chickpeas, (rinsed if not organic) (reserve liquid if organic)
• 2 Tbsp. chickpea cooking liquid or possibly liquid from, (to 4 tbsp) can Or possibly water
• 1 Tbsp. roasted garlic extra virgin olive oil *Or possibly*
• 1 Tbsp. regular extra virgin olive oil w/1 clove garlic, chopped
• 1 tsp Italian Herb Blend
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp balsamic vinegar *Or possibly*, (to 3 tsp) freshly squeezed lemon juice

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