Black Bean Hummus (and recipe for Tahini)

Black Bean Hummus Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients:

·         1 can black beans, drained (15 oz)

·         1/4 cup tahini

·         1 tablespoon garlic, minced

·         1 tablespoon olive oil

·         1/4 tablespoon lime juice

·         1/2 teaspoon cumin

Preparation:

In a food processor, process all ingredients until smooth and creamy. If it is too thick, add half a teaspoon olive oil and a half teaspoon lime water. Serve immediately or store in refrigerator in airtight container.

Serve with hot pita bread, pita chips, veggies, or tortilla chips.

Tahini (sesame seed paste)

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients:

·         5 cups sesame seeds

·         1 1/2 cups olive oil or vegetable oil

Preparation:

Preheat oven to 350. Toast sesame seeds for 5-10 minutes, tossing the seeds frequently with a spatula. Do not allow to brown. Cool for 20 minutes.

Pour sesame seeds into food processor and add oil. Blend for 2 minutes. Check for consistency. The goal is a thick, yet pourable texture. Add more oil and blend until desired consistency.

Yield: 4 cups