Chick Pea and Garlic Puree

Ingredients

• 16 -ounce can chick peas
• drained
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1/4 cup half and half or evaporated low fat milk
• 1 teaspoon grated orange rind
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

1. Puree chick peas in a food mill or food processor.
2. Melt butter in a small skillet.
3. Add garlic and simmer over low heat until garlic emits a lovely aroma.
4. Add this to the chick pea puree along with half and half and orange rind.
5. Season to taste with salt and pepper and reheat in a double boiler, or over direct heat, stirring constantly.