Ingredients
2tbspextra virgin olive oil
1medium onion
3clovegarlic
3sprigfresh thyme
1sprigfresh rosemary
2canwhite beans
2tspcoarse salt
black pepper,freshly ground
1pinchcayenne pepper
2tbsptahini sesame paste
2tsplemon juice,freshly squeezed
4pita breads
Kalamata Relish
Preparation
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, thyme, and rosemary. Cook until onions are translucent.
Add beans with their liquid, 1 cup of water, salt, pepper, and cayenne, and bring to a simmer. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until liquid is nearly evaporated.
Remove thyme and rosemary sprigs; discard. Carefully transfer mixture to the bowl of a food processor, add the tahini and lemon, and puree until smooth. Adjust seasoning, if necessary. Transfer to a serving bowl, let cool.
Serve with Kalamata Relish and drizzle with olive oil before serving. Serve with pita triangles.
