Ingredients:

• 2 cups water
  
• 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
  
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
  
• 1/4 cup onion, chopped
  
• 1 clove garlic, minced
  
• 1/2 teaspoon curry powder
  
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  
• 1/2 cup canned white beans (Cannellini or navy beans), drained
  
• Salt, to taste (optional)
  
• Chopped cilantro for garnish (optional)

Directions:

1. Bring water to a boil in a small saucepan then add carrots and cook for about 7-8 minutes or until tender. Drain then set aside.
   
2. Heat oil in a small skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion, garlic, curry and cumin and cook until onion is tender (about 4-5 minutes.)
   
3. Place carrots and onion mixture in a food processor or blender then add beans and salt (if using.) Blend until smooth or to desired consistency.
   
4. Transfer to a bowl, garnish with cilantro and serve with your favorite crackers or bread slices.