Happy International Hummus Day

Who knew it? Hummus has a special day - an international special day.

Hummus has long been a staple in the diets of people living in the Middle East. As a matter of fact, the first recipe for hummus was found in ancient cookbooks in Egypt.

While hummus is tasty and you can find it in a variety of flavors - mine has roasted red bell peppers - don't forget the health benefit of hummus.

Hummus:

• is a great source of protein
• has no cholesterol or saturated fats
• chickpeas, the base in making hummus, can actually help reduce the build up of cholesterol in blood vessels
• using ingredients like olive oil and garlic (great for fighting infections and boosting the immune system) are added benefits

 It's fairly common to find hummus at your grocery store now. But, don't discount making your own. Homemade hummus will be preservative free.

So, grab some hummus and - happy International Hummus Day! 

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