Garlicky Lima Bean Spread

2 cups lima beans
1/3 c. chopped fresh parsley
1/3 c. water
1 tbl lemon juice
1 tbl olive oil
2 tsp chopped garlic
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1/4 tsp hot sauce

Cook lima beans in boiling salted water 15-20 min. or until tender. Drain.

Place beans and remaining ingredients in food processor and whiz until smooth.

Serving = 3 tbl
8 servings