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