I have to credit my sister for being the one whointroduced me to the idea of adding artichoke hearts to a more traditionalblack bean dip, and it sure makes things more interesting! Use artichoke heartsmarinated in olive oil to give this hummus a smoother finish and a richerflavor. I’ve also been known to stir in some fire-roasted peppers or sun-driedtomatoes for a slightly different twist on this dip.