Mashed White Beans

Directions

1. 1
   Wash beans.
2. 2
   Put in large pot with water.
3. 3
   Peel garlic and chop cloves in half.
4. 4
   Peel onion and chop in half.
5. 5
   Add both to pot.
6. 6
   Bring beans to boil, then simmer, covered, until well cooked, at least 90 minutes.
7. 7
   Remove beans, onion and garlic from pot, saving liquid.
8. 8
   On high heat, cook liquid until reduced in half, almost to a glaze.
9. 9
   Mix beans, liquid and butter in food processor and puree.