Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Ingredients

　　a 19-ounce can chick-peas, rinsed and drained (about 2 cups)

　　2 garlic cloves, chopped and mashed to a paste with 1/2 teaspoon salt

　　1/2 cup packed fresh parsley leaves, washed well and spun dry

　　1/4 cup water

　　3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

　　1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

　　Accompaniment: toasted pita wedges or toasted French bread slices

　　In a food processor blend all ingredients except oil until smooth. With motor running add oil in a slow stream. Season dip with salt. Serve dip with toasts.