1.   -- Puree chickpeas in a food processor, mix with garlic and olive oil and use as a spread with pita triangles.

2.   Depending upon the recipe, consider Italian-style flatbreads, flaky biscuits, rustic country breads, cornbread or toasted pita triangles and tortillas.

3.   Garnish with pita triangles.

4.   It goes well with bagel chips, toasted pita triangles, Melba toast or on cucumber or zucchini rounds.

5.   Serve as a dip with roasted vegetables and pita triangles.