Mashed Edamame

Ingredients

• 1 (12 ounce) package frozen shelled edamame (green soybeans)
• 2 cloves garlic, smashed and peeled
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• Water to cover
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, or more as needed

Directions

Combine edamame, garlic, and salt in a saucepan; add enough water to cover edamame. Bring to a low boil and cook for 30 minutes.

Drain liquid from edamame and transfer edamame and garlic to a food processor; season with black pepper. Process mixture on high, adding olive oil while continuing to mix, until smooth.