Sweet Potato-Apple Hummus

In a medium bowl, lightly mash sweet potato with a fork.

In a food processor, blend together the sweet potato and beans. Pulse until smooth.

Add to sweet potato mixture in the food processor the apple juice, oil, almond butter, brown sugar, maple syrup, cinnamon, allspice and salt. Mix on low speed until well-blended. Stir in apple.

Transfer to a serving dish. Top with almonds. Refrigerate until serving. Serve with pita chips, vanilla wafers, sliced apples or sliced pears.

*Cooked sweet potatoes microwave directions: Scrub sweet potatoes. Pat dry and prick. Do not rub with shortening, margarine or butter. On a plate, arrange potatoes in spoke fashion. Microcook, uncovered, on 100% power (HIGH) until tender. Allow 7 to 9 minutes for 2 potatoes, rearranging and turning potatoes over once. Let stand 10 minutes or until cool. Skin will peel off easily using a small knife.