Butter Bean and Cumin Hummus

condiment/spread bean vegetable no-cook vegetarian quick & easy buffet lemon healthy sesame bon appétit

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.

Method

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.