White Bean Hummus

A friends recipe that was served at large gatherings as a spread with pita chips and vegetables. Very different than most spreads you encounter.

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Serves: 10-12

Ingredients

• 4  cloves garlic
• 2 (15 ounce) cans white kidney beans, rinsed and drained
• 4  tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1⁄2 cup  virgin olive oil
• 3  teaspoons ground cumin
• 2  teaspoons cayenne pepper
•  salt
•  white pepper
• 4  tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves
•  chopped cilantro (to garnish)

Directions

1. Place garlic in the bowl of a food processor* and process until finely minced.
2. Add the kidney beans and lemon juice; process until smooth.
3. Add the olive oil, ground cumin, cayenne pepper, salt, and white pepper; process until smooth.
4. Add the 4 Tablespoons of cilantro and process for 30 seconds with on/off pulses.
5. Transfer to a bowl, cover, and chill overnight (or at least a few hours to allow the flavors to meld).
6. Serve with chips, pita chips, or vegetables.
7. *You may use a blender if you do not have access to a food processor.