White Bean Dip

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This is a simple, delicious and healthy snack that I had a hard time stopping myself from eating! Next time, I will add some Parmesan cheese and experiment with herb flavors.

Ingredients:

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Recipe by Mike Pagliaro, owner of Apple Spice Junction

• 1 1/2 c white beans, soaked in cold water overnight
• 1 clove garlic, sliced
  
• 1/8 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
  
• Extra Virgin Olive Oil, as needed
  
• Sea salt, to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  
• Crostini
  

Directions:

Brush olive oil over both sides of the crostini. Season with salt and pepper and toast or grill.

Thoroughly rinse and drain the white beans. Cook over medium-low heat for 45 minutes, or until soft.

Blend the beans, garlic, red pepper, rosemary, salt and pepper in a food processor. Add the olive oil, as needed to desired consistency.

Spread on the crostini.

Enjoy!