Super Bowl Recipes

City Greeners, since our baked potato bar Super Bowl post was so popular, for the rest of the week we'll be providing recipes to help you make the most of your Super Bowl menu. What will all these recipes have in common? Each one will be a healthy twist on an old favorite.

To keep the ball moving, today's recipe is a white bean dip. Enjoy on the side of some pita chips or a veggie platter!

White Bean Dip 

Ingredients

• 1 (15-ounce) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
• 2 Tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup loosely packed chopped fresh sage leaves
• 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Preparation

1. Place cannellini beans in a bowl and mash with a fork; set aside.
2. Heat a small pan over medium heat; add 2 Tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, and let warm. Add garlic and chopped sage leaves. Stir consistently for 4 minutes or until garlic is brown and sage is crispy. 
3. Pour hot oil over beans; stir. Mix in salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil. Cover and store in refrigerator up to one week. 

Recipe and image courtesy of Health.com