Monday, August 25, 2008

White Bean Bruschetta from Meghan's Bachelorette

  • 1 cup cooked canellini beans
  • 4 Tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 Tablespoons black olive paste
  • 2 Tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
  • 2 Tablespoons basil leaves, cut in narrow ribbons (chiffonade)
  • 1 garlic clove, thinly sliced
  • Salt and pepper
  • 4 1-inch thick slices Italian peasant bread, grilled

Method:
Preheat the grill or broiler.

In a mixing bowl, gently stir together the beans, olive oil, vinegar, red pepper flakes, rosemary, basil and garlic. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Spoon bean mixture onto 4 freshly grilled bread slices and serve immediately.

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