Name: White Bean Basil Pesto Hummus
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 12 servings
Ingredients: 3-4 cloves garlic; 3 1/2 cups soaked and cooked cannellini beans ((or 2 cans)); 3/4 cup fresh basil leaves, loosely packed; 1/4 cup olive oil, plus more for garnish; 3 tbsp tahini paste; 2 1/2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice; 1 tbsp water; 1 tsp honey or agave nectar; 1/4 tsp cayenne; Salt to taste; Fresh basil leaves and pine nuts, optional garnish (if serving to guests with nut allergies, omit the pine nut garnish); Crudités, breadsticks, pita and/or crackers for serving