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
to taste salt
to taste white pepper
4 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves
to taste chopped cilantro ( to garnish)
Directions:
Place garlic in the bowl of a food processor* and process until finely minced.
Add the kidney beans and lemon juice; process until smooth.
Add the olive oil, ground cumin, cayenne pepper, salt, and white pepper; process until smooth.
Add the 4 Tablespoons of cilantro and process for 30 seconds with on/off pulses.
Transfer to a bowl, cover, and chill overnight (or at least a few hours to allow the flavors to meld).
Serve with chips, pita chips, or vegetables.
*You may use a blender if you do not have access to a food processor.
Servings: 10-12
Time preparation: 15 min.
Time total: 15 min.