Black Bean Dip

Directions

1. 1
   Dump beans into colander and rinse until water runs through clear.
2. 2
   Heat olive oil in bottom of large soup pot to medium high.
3. 3
   Add onions and carrots.
4. 4
   Saute for 5 minutes, then introduce the garlic.
5. 5
   2 minutes later, add cilantro, coriander, cumin, and cayenne.
6. 6
   Squeeze lemon into pan (no seeds!
7. 7
   ), stir, add chicken/veggie stock.
8. 8
   Add beans and bay leaves.
9. 9
   Simmer for 30 minutes.
10. 10
    Remove from heat; let cool.
11. 11
    Remove bay leaves, blend to desired consistency.