Creamy Black Bean Spread

Ingredients

• •2 tablespoons vegetable oil or lard
• •1 large white onion
• •1½ teaspoons kosher salt
• •½ teaspoon ground fennel seeds
• •2 cans black beans
• •drained

Cooking Instructions

1. 1.

   Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add onion and 1/2 tsp. salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until caramelized, about 15 minutes. Stir in fennel and cook 30 seconds. Add beans, remaining 1 tsp. salt, and 2 Tbsp. water and heat through, stirring to combine. Transfer to a food processor or blender and purée until smooth.

   20 min

2. 2.

   Bean spread can be stored in an airtight container and chilled for up to 3 days. Bring to room temperature before serving.