Spicy Black Bean Hummus

This hummus is a real crowd pleaser! It works well as a dip or as a spread for sandwiches. Plus, it is quick and easy to prepare! Serve with your favorite veggies or with pita chips for a real Middle Eastern flair.

• 2 garlic cloves, peeled
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon tahini (roasted sesame seed paste)
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 small jalapeño pepper, chopped (about 2 tablespoons)
• Dash of crushed red pepper
• 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
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Place garlic in a food processor (or blender); process until finely chopped.

Add lemon juice, tahini, cumin, salt, black beans, jalapeño pepper, and crushed red pepper; process until smooth.

Garnish with drizzled olive oil and a dash of red pepper.