Garlic & White Bean Dip

From EatingWell: December 2005/January 2006 — Subscribe Now!

For this simple-as-can-be dip, rich-tasting poached garlic is pureed with convenient canned beans, a little bit of onion and a dash of lemon juice. Use it as a dip for crudités, a topping for bruschetta or even as a spread for a sandwich.

READER'S COMMENT:

"Not only is this good and the garlic is good for you, but also the white beans are very healthy. As far as having leftover oil, I keep it in the fridge and use it to sauté or add balsamic for a quick dressing. When buying a large amount...

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Not only is this good and the garlic is good for you, but also the white beans are very healthy. As far as having leftover oil, I keep it in the fridge and use it to sauté or add balsamic for a quick dressing. When buying a large amount of fresh garlic at the farmer's market, I store it in a jar of olive oil and use the garlic and the oil for various things. It's quite handy. Dawn, MN	3 weeks 4 days ago
This was absolutely amazing - the bean dip itself was quick & easy to prepare with tons of flavor, but the garlic puree and oil prep time is a bit overwhelming. And what does one do with the extra 1.5 cups of OIL leftover from the dip? That's too much to use in just one week, unless you're making pesto. Next time I may simply roast my garlic in the oven and use 1/2 cup of olive oil for the dip. Oh, I served this with whole wheat pita wedges and blue tortilla chips - both were a hit with the dip. Anonymous, Columbus, OH	9 weeks 4 hours ago
This takes time to make but was very well received. I had leftover garlic oil and garlic puree, so another time I would use less ingredients to make the same amount of dip. The chips were yummy. Peg, Falmouth, ME	9 weeks 4 hours ago
This recipe was in an EW magazine a long time ago, and it's one of my favorites. It's DEEEEELICIOUS!! Nicole, Bloomington, IN	9 weeks 4 hours ago
This is so good, it will pause the conversation at your party. Allison, MT	9 weeks 4 hours ago