Carrot Hummus

Ingredients (15)

• 2/3 pound carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 3 cloves garlic, unpeeled
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
• Salt, to taste
• Pepper, to taste
• 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
• 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth, or water
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 cup tahini
• 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice, from 1 lemon
• 2 teaspoons honey, or maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 2 to 4 tablespoons cold water, as needed
• Fresh parsley, cilantro, sesame seeds, olive oil, for garnish
• Pita bread, or chips, for serving