Soak the beans with the bicarbonate soda and salt for 24 hours using fresh boiled water.
When the beans have been soaked, drain and rinse. Place them into a pot with fresh water and bring to a boil.
Immediately reduce to a simmer and cook for 1 hour and 30 minutes.
While the beans are cooking lightly fry the garlic cloves for five minutes until softened.
In a large bowl mix the garlic, herbs, capers, lemon juice, olive oil and chili if using.
Once the beans have been cooked, drain and add into the mixture.
With a hand blender blend everything together until blended to a thick consistency.
Season with fresh cracked salt and pepper.
When serving drizzle with some more oil.
Serve with crackers of your choice.
