Canned butter beans called for here make an exceptionally creamy hummus.
Recipe information
Yield
Makes about 3 cups
Ingredients
2 large garlic cloves
2 15- to 16-ounce cans butter beans, rinsed, drained
2/3 cup tahini (sesame seed paste)*
6 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup olive oil (preferably extra-virgin)
1 tablespoon ground cumin
4 tablespoons (about) water
Pita breads, cut into wedges
Assorted cut-up fresh vegetables
*Sold at Middle Eastern markets, natural foods stores and some supermarkets.
Preparation
Step 1
Finely chop garlic in processor. Add beans and next 4 ingredients; process until smooth. Mix in water 1 tablespoon at a time, thinning to desired consistency. Season with salt and pepper. Spoon into bowl. (Can be made 3 days ahead. Cover; chill. Bring to room temperature; thin with additional water before serving, if desired.)
Step 2
Serve with pita bread and vegetables.
