Cranberry Hummus
Description
This festive hummus with dried cranberries is the perfect make-ahead appetizer for Thanksgiving or the holidays.
Ingredients
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1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans
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1/2 cup chopped dried cranberries
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
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1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1 clove garlic, crushed
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3 tablespoons chopped pecans
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salt to taste
Directions
1
Drain cannellini beans and reserve liquid.
2
Combine cannellini beans, cranberries, olive oil, lemon juice, thyme, cinnamon, and garlic in a food processor; blend until smooth. If too thick, thin out to your desired consistency by blending in some of the reserved bean liquid.
3
Stir in chopped pecans, and season to taste with salt. Store in the refrigerator in an air-tight container until ready to serve.
4
Garnish with additional cranberries, pecans, and a drizzle of olive oil, if desired.