Butter Bean Dip

Ingredients

• 16 ounces (1 can) butter beans, rinsed and drained

• 3 tablespoons olive oil

• Juice of two lemons

• Zest of 1 lemon

• 1 tablespoon minced rosemary

• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes

• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

• 1 clove of garlic

Preparation

1. In the bowl of a food processor add 16 ounces (1 can) butter beans, rinsed and drained, 3 tablespoons olive oil, the juice of two lemons, the zest of 1 lemon, 1 tablespoon minced rosemary, 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, and 1 clove of garlic. Pulse everything together until it is smooth.

2. Pour the mixture into a serving bowl and serve with bread or crackers. I also recommend pairing it with roasted mushrooms.

Notes

• Yield: ~ 1.5 cups of bean dip