Wednesday, June 26, 2013




When it’s your turn to bring the dip for that picnic or cruise try this “dip with the zip”.

Spicy White Bean Dip

3 cloves Garlic
3 cans White Kidney Beans (rinsed, drained)
1/4 cup Lemon Juice (fresh)
1/2 cup Olive Oil
2 1/4 tsps. Cumin (ground)
1 1/2 tsps. Chili Powder
Salt & Pepper (to taste)
3 Tbs. Cilantro (fresh minced)

Garnish:
1 Tbs. Cilantro (fresh, chopped)

Finely chop Garlic in a food processor.
Add the Beans, Lemon Juice and puree.
Mix in Olive Oil, Cumin and Chili Powder.
Season with Salt and fresh ground black Pepper.
Add the 3 tablespoons Cilantro and mix in using the off/on button.
Remove to serving bowl and garnish with the chopped Cilantro.
Serve with vegetables and/or chips.


Makes about 12 servings.