white bean dip.

White bean dip makes a tasty, healthy appetizer.  It is similar to hummus.  You can serve it with veggies, pita chips, or crackers.  Kashi's whole grain crackers would be delish with it.  White bean dip also makes a yummy little sandwich on toasted whole wheat pitas.  

1 (15 oz) cannellini beans

1/4 c. olive oil

2 cloves garlic

1/2 lemon, juiced

1/2 lemon, zested

1/2 t. rosemary, optional

1/2 t. dill, optional

1 T fresh mint, optional

salt and pepper to taste

All ingredients go into the food processor (or magic bullet).  Process until smooth.  Add salt and pepper to taste.

whole wheat pita chips- Cut pita bread into 8 sections.  Brush with olive oil.  Sprinkle with salt, pepper and dried rosemary.  Bake 6 to 8 minutes at 400 degrees.  

pita sandwich-   Brush pita with olive oil.  Sprinkle with salt, pepper and dried rosemary.  Place under broiler for 1 to 2 minutes.  

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