Cannellini Bean Hummus
Makes 2 cups
1 (14.5 oz.) can cannellini or white beans, drained and rinsed
3 cloves garlic
2 Tbs. tahini
2 Tbs. organic extra virgin olive oil
1 Tbs. lemon juice
1 tsp. lemon zest
hot sauce to taste
Place ingredients in food processor. Pulse until smooth. Add salt and freshly ground pepper to taste. Refrigerate until ready to use.
Caramelized Onions
Makes 2 cups
3 Tbs. olive oil
2 Tbs. unsalted butter
5 large sweet onions, peeled and thinly sliced
2 tsp. sea salt
1 Tbsp. raw cane sugar
1 Tbsp. fresh thyme leaves, finely chopped
Heat oil and butter in a large pan over medium heat. Add onions, salt and sugar. Cover and cook over medium-low heat for 10 to 15 minutes, until onions turn a rich, golden brown. Stir in thyme and refrigerate until ready to use.
Bruschetta
Makes 24
1 large whole-wheat baguette
3 cloves garlic
4 Tbs. olive oil
Preheat oven to 425° F. Slice baguette into 24 rounds. Brush lightly with olive oil and place on a baking sheet. Bake 10 to 2 minutes, until lightly browned. Rub fresh garlic over the top of each round. Spread with hummus, top with onions. Garnish with fresh thyme (optional).
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