West Indian Bean Dip

Directions

1. 1
   In a large skillet cook bacon over moderately low heat, stirring, until crisp.
2. 2
   Transfer bacon to paper towels and pour off all but 2 tablespoons fat.
3. 3
   In reserved fat cook onion and garlic with salt and pepper to taste over moderately low heat, stirring, until softened and pale golden.
4. 4
   Add chili powder and cumin and cook, stirring, 1 minutes.
5. 5
   Add beans and cook, stirring, 5 minutes.
6. 6
   In a food processor puree bean mixture with all remaining ingredients except bacon until smooth and transfer to a bowl.
7. 7
   Crumble bacon and stir into dip with salt and pepper to taste.
8. 8
   Dip may be made 1 day ahead and chilled, covered.
9. 9
   Bring dip to room temperature before serving.
10. 10
    Serve dip with tortilla chips or crudites.