Garlicky Lima Bean Spread

Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh lima beans
• 1/3 cup fresh parsley leaves
• 1/3 cup water
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 teaspoons roasted garlic paste
• 1/4 teaspoon minced red onion
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon hot sauce

Directions

1. 1

   Sort and wash beans; drain and place in a medium saucepan.

2. 2

   Cover with water to 2 inches above beans; bring to a boil.

3. 3

   Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes or until tender & drain.

4. 4

   Place beans and remaining ingredients in a food processor; process until smooth.

5. 5

   Serve with summer vegetable crudités such as whole radishes, baby carrots, endive leaves, zucchini, and yellow squash strips.