Black Bean Hummus

For a great Halloween presentation, pair this with roasted red pepper hummus--black and orange! Serve with pita triangles or veggies. Prep time is chill time.

• Ready In: 2 hrs 10 mins
• Yields: 2 cups

Ingredients

• 2  cups black beans, drained and liquid reserved
• 5  tablespoons tahini
• 1⁄4 cup lemon juice
• 2  tablespoons olive oil
• 4  garlic cloves, crushed
• 1⁄2 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1⁄2 teaspoon paprika
• 1  pinch cumin
• 1  pinch cayenne pepper

Directions

1. Place the drained beans in a food processor or blender with the tahini, lemon juice, and oil.
2. Puree until smooth. Add some of the reserved liquid until the hummus forms a thick paste.
3. Add the remaining ingredients and puree to blend.
4. Spoon into a serving bowl and chill for at least two hours for the flavors to blend.