The Joy of Cooking was the first cookbook I owned.  The recipe that constantly return to is their recipe for hummus.  It strikes what I think is a perfect balance of chickpea, tahini and lemon.  Also, the addition of cumin amazing.

15oz can of chickpeas
1/3 cup lemon juice
3T tahini
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2t cumin
salt to taste
olive oil and paprika to garnish

Puree all ingredients until smooth except the garnish in a food processor.  Add water to adjust the consistency and salt to taste.  Place hummus in a bowl and drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with paprika.