Sage And White Bean Crostini
Serves: 3
Presley Zulauf
1 January 1970
Based on User reviews:
46
Spice
51
Sweetness
52
Sourness
43
mins
Prep time (avg)
5.6
Difficulty
Ingredients:
Directions:
1
Rinse and pick over beans
2
In a medium saucepan, cover beans with water, and bring to a boil for 5 minutes
3
Transfer to a heat-resistant surface, and let beans stand in water, uncovered, 1 hour
4
Drain beans; add fresh water to cover beans by 2 inches
5
Return to medium heat
6
Simmer, covered, until soft and tender, about 50 minutes
7
Allow beans to cool slightly
8
Drain beans, reserving liquid
9
Place beans, garlic, olive oil, sage, lemon juice, and salt and pepper in a food processor; puree until smooth
10
If too thick, thin to desired consistency with reserved bean liquid
11
Transfer to a covered container; chill
12
To serve, brush bread with olive oil, and toast
13
Garnish spread with sage leaves or lemon slices, and serve the toasted crostini on the side