Butter Bean and Cumin Hummus

By Christopher

Canned butter beans called for here make an exceptionally creamy hummus.

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.

Details

Servings 3
Adapted from epicurious.com

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.)
Serve with pita bread and vegetables.