Fassoulia Beida

1. 1

   Drain and boil the beans in fresh water for about 1 1/2 hours, or until very soft.

2. 2

   Drain, keeping some of the cooking water.

3. 3

   Save a few whole beans for garnish, and put the rest in a food processor with the olive oil and lemon juice, salt and pepper.

4. 4

   Blend to a soft, light paste, adding a little of the cooking water to thin it if necessary.

5. 5

   Serve in a bowl, decorated with the whole beans and, if you like, a few black olives.

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