On 1/16/2011 1:33 PM, Terry wrote:
> On Sun, 16 Jan 2011 10:44:41 -0800, > wrote:
>
>> On Sun, 16 Jan 2011 13:15:37 -0500, blake murphy
>> > wrote:
>>
>>> so, for y'all that make your own hummus - how long does the stuff keep in
>>> the refrigerator?
>>
>> I like this "open one can" business too... but I need to find tahini.
>
> Hummus would undoubtedly last for a few weeks in the fridge, were it
> not for the fact that it doesn't stay around that long in our house.
> With lemon---and I agree with the faction that likes lemon in their
> hummus---it's acidic enough to minimize growth of nasties.
>
> Speaking of tahini... anyone noticed that the price has jumped
> considerably? A few months ago I could get a pint jar from the local
> organic food store for about $7. Bought a jar last week, it was $10.
> A similar jump at the local Kroger.
> --
> Best -- Terry

I noticed the same thing at our local Kroger, luckily I have two jars in
the pantry, never opened. Stuff lasts longer than radioactivity.