This bean spread is so delicious and incredibly easy to prepare. It is great served on warm or cold crostini, as a sandwich spread, or as part of a salad. You don't even need a large food processor to make this. The listed quantity of ingredients fits perfectly in a handy mini food processor. How easy is that?
1 can drained and rinsed white kidney beans (540ml)
1 garlic clove (size depends on your own preference)
3 tablespoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice
a handful of fresh basil
4 teaspoons of extra virgin olive oil
salt (optional)
a pinch of cayenne (optional)extra virgin olive oil to drizzle over the prepared spread
minced or chopped basil for garnish
METHOD:
Put all ingredients into a mini food processor. Pulse until your desired consistency. Spoon onto your serving plate, or bowl and drizzle with a little extra virgin olive oil and minced basil for garnish.
