Black Bean Hummus - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained
2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, drained
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup chopped garlic
3 tablespoons tahini paste
1 1/2 lemons, juiced
1 1/2 cups water, more or less as needed
1 1/2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
2 1/2 teaspoons cumin
2 1/4 teaspoons salt
1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper

Preparation

In a food processor or blender, combine garbanzo beans, black beans, olive oil, garlic, tahini, and lemon juice. With the motor running, drizzle in water until the beans are blended and a smooth consistency is achieved. Add the cayenne, cumin, salt, and black pepper, then blend again. Taste and adjust seasonings as desired. Makes 4 cups. keep covered and refrigerated until served, up to five days. Serve with bread, pitas, or chips.