Drain and rinse chickpeas, reserving ? c. of the liquid from the can or from the cooking

process.

Combine the chickpeas, tahini, extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, black

pepper, and red pepper in the bowl of a food processor fitted with a metal blade.

Process until the mixture is smooth. If the mixture is too thick, add 1 to 2 tablespoons of

the reserved liquid until desired consistency is reached. Remove to a serving dish and

drizzle with 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil before serving, if desired.