White Bean Dip

1. 1

   Put the beans in a food processor with the garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, and cumin.

2. 2

   Turn the machine on and process until the mixture is smooth, stopping and scraping down the sides if necessary and adding a bit more bean liquid or olive oil if necessary.

3. 3

   Taste and adjust the seasoningadd more garlic, salt, pepper, or cumin if you likethen transfer to a bowl.

4. 4

   Add lemon juice a tablespoon at a time, until quite tart, then garnish with the chopped shallot if you like.

5. 5

   Use immediately or refrigerate for a day or two.

6. 6

   Bring back to room temperature before serving.

7. 7

   Drizzle with a little olive oil and sprinkle with a little more cumin (or some paprika) before serving.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.