Hummus & Sprouts Bagel Sandwich Recipe

"This is a such a delicious sandwich and yet so healthy. I prefer to serve this on those thin Bagel Slices which you can buy in most grocery stores these days ... or, you can serve this open face on a half of bagel - to cut down on the carbs. Either way, it is a very nice sandwich. I happen to prefer onion bagel; but, rye, whole wheat, or pumpernickel would be great - use your favorite. And, a fresh made hummus is really best for this; however, you can purchase hummus at many local grocery store delis which is pretty good. Yet, hummus is so inexpensive and easy to prepare - it really makes a difference. Add some onion, fresh sprouts, and cheese for a quick easy sandwich. Prep time includes roasting the garlic."

Step by Step Method

Step 1

Garlic ... To roast the garlic, cut a thin slice off the top of the head of garlic. Place it on a small sheet of foil. Drizzle with olive oil and wrap up. Put in a 400 degree oven, middle shelf for 30-40 minutes until tender and soft. Remove and let cool.

Step 2

Hummus ... Add the beans, tahini, lemon juice, paprika, olive oil, and the garlic to the food processor. To remove the garlic from the cloves, simply squeeze; the garlic will come right out. Pulse a couple of times to puree. Add a little of the liquid from the beans if the consistency is too thick - just a little at a time. Pulse again and season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a small bowl and cover well with saran wrap. It can and is best to make ahead of time to let the flavors develop. It will stay up to 1 week in the refrigerator. This is best served cold.

Step 3

Sandwich ... I like my bagel toasted, but that is up to you. Now, I like the thin bagel slices (available at most grocery stores - to cut down on carbs), but this can also be served open face or on a "regular" bagel. This is up to you what you use.