Savory Pumpkin Hummus

For the Hummus

• Two 15-oz cans of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 c pumpkin puree
• 0.5 c creamy tahini
  
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• Optional few pinches or more of chili powder
• Optional few pinches or more of cayenne
  
• Drizzle of olive oil or water as needed
  

For Garnishing

• Additional few spoonfuls of pumpkin puree
• Drizzle of olive oil
• Roasted salted pepitas
• Fresh thyme leaves
• Sprinkle of paprika

1. In a food processor, combine all the hummus ingredients (chickpeas, pumpkin puree, tahini, salt, paprika, and (optional) chili power and/or cayenne). Process for several minutes until a smooth, creamy consistency develops, scraping down the sides as needed. If you have trouble getting a smooth hummus, add a little splash of olive oil or water (the former with yield a richer hummus). Repeat as needed.
2. Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl and add a few dollops of pumpkin puree onto the top.
3. Make a swirl in the top, allowing the hummus and extra pumpkin to mix partially but not completely.
4. Garnish with a drizzle of olive oil, pepitas, fresh thyme leaves, and a sprinkle of paprika.