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Garlic White Bean Dip Recipe

By Elaine Mellen

Posted on September 10, 2015

Calling all garlic lovers, this white bean dip recipe is for you!

I love how easy this dip comes together, and how amazing it is with a zesty garlic taste. Add capers and basil for a delicious dip, perfect for NFL Kickoff or College Gameday.

You can serve this white bean dip with homemade pita chips or fresh veggies. Keep these ingredients on hand, to make a fresh dip for a fun evening with friends.

Garlic White Bean Dip with Pita Chips

Ingredients:

1 can cannellini beans (15 ounces) , drained and rinsed

2 cloves garlic

2 teaspoons capers

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

1/2 cup olive oil, plus 4 tablespoons

2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, chopped

Salt

Freshly ground black pepper

6 pita pockets

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1 tablespoon olive oil

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Directions:

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.

Place the beans, garlic, capers, lemon juice, 1/3 cup olive oil, and basil in the work bowl of a food processor. Pulse until the mixture is coarsely chopped. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.

Transfer the bean puree to a small bowl. Chill until ready to serve. Right before serving, drizzle with one tablespoon olive oil.

Cut each pita in half, and then into 8 wedges. Arrange the pita wedges on a large baking sheet.

Pour the remaining oil over the pita wedges. Toss and spread them out evenly. Sprinkle with oregano, salt, and pepper. Bake for 8 to 12 minutes, or until toasted and golden in color.

Serve the pita toasts warm, or at room temperature, alongside the white bean dip.