Caramelized Black Bean Butter

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Caramelized Black Bean Butter

Ingredients:

1 tablespoon olive oil
4 cups chopped onion
2 (15-ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Preparation:

Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium high heat. Add onion; sauté 10 minutes or until golden. Place onion, beans, vinegar, cocoa, salt and paprika in a food processor; process until smooth. Place bean mixture in a bowl. Sprinkle with parsley. Yields 3 cups.