White Bean Dip For A Crowd (Moosewood Inspired...) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 lbs dry white beans (ie navy beans)
3/4 cup olive oil
1 cup fresh lemon juice
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon sea salt
2 tablespoons capers (optional)
1/2 cup olive (optional)

Preparation

Soak the beans overnight in plenty of water. Next day, drain and rinse them. Cook them for about 45 minutes in plenty of boiling water. (Do not salt your water -- makes beans tough). Take care not to overcook the beans, they should be cooked but not mushy. Adjust the cooking time accordingly.
In a food processor (or a blender), puree the beans about 3-4 cups at a time, emptying each batch into a large mixing bowl as you go.
Stir in the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic and spices.
Garnish with capers and/or olives if you like.