White Bean Basil Pesto Hummus

INGREDIENTS

3 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

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