White Orchid Melody

This is a simple and spicy appetizer dip, great for parties or snacks.  You can make it with canned or dried black beans (the latter being more economical).  It is great served with pita bread, tortilla chips, or wheat crackers.  The fresh garlic gives it a spicy kick.  You can reduce the amount of garlic if you aren’t as fond of it as I am!

2 cups Black Beans, cooked, liquid reserved
10-12 cloves Garlic
¼ cup Soy Sauce
¼ cup Olive Oil
1 tbsp Lemon Juice
3 tsp Cumin
Fresh Cracked Salt and Pepper

In a food processor, blend Black Beans and Garlic to a paste.  Add Soy Sauce, Olive Oil, and Lemon Juice.  Blend until smooth.  Add liquid from cooking if necessary to achieve desired consistency.  Blend in Cumin, Salt, and Pepper.  Enjoy!