WHITE BEAN DIP WITH BASIL OIL

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A tasty starter that is an ideal treat when having friends around. Leftover dip (if any) can be used on sandwiches, or with grilled lamb, pork or beef sausages. From Recipes+, May 09

Provided by Kiwi Kathy

Categories     Beans

Time 18m

Yield 4 , 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup basil leaves
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup olive oil, extra light
400 g cannellini beans, rinsed
100 g feta, chopped
1 garlic clove, crushed
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 lebanese bread
2 teaspoons fennel seeds
1 teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

  • Place basil in a large heatproof bowl. Pour boiling water over and cover. Stand 30 seconds; drain. Refresh under cold water. Process basil, 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil and 1/4 cup extra light olive oil until smooth. Transfer to a bowl; cover surface directly with plastic wrap.
  • Process beans with the feta, remaining extra virgin olive oil, garlic and juice until smooth. Season to taste with salt. Transfer to a serving bowl.
  • Preheat oven to 180 degrees C / 160 degrees fan forced. Cut bread into triangles. Place on baking trays. Brush with remaining extra light olive oil; sprinkle bread with combined seeds and cumin. Bake for for 3 - 4 minutes or until crisp.
  • Drizzle dip with 1/3 cup basil oil then serve with bread.
  • Enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 696.6, Fat 60.1, SaturatedFat 11.3, Cholesterol 22.2, Sodium 288.9, Carbohydrate 28.7, Fiber 7.6, Sugar 1.6, Protein 14.2

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