Roasted Garlic and Bean Dip

Roasted Garlic and Bean Dip

1 head garlic
2 Tbs olive oil
1/2 tsp olive oil
1 medium cooking onion, diced
1 Tbs finely chopped fresh sage
2 cups cooked white beans
1/2 tsp balsamic vinegar
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp freshly cracked pepper

To roast garlic, remove papery outer layer of skin and trim a small
portion off the top of the head to expose cloves. Place on a square
of aluminum foil. Drizzle with 1/2 teaspoon of olive oil. Seal
package and place in a 400ºF oven for 40 minutes. Remove from oven
and let cool.

While garlic is roasting, heat the remaining olive oil in a
nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook the onion and sage together
until the onions are soft. Set aside.

In a food processor combine the onion mixture, beans, vinegar, salt
and pepper. Squeeze roasted garlic from each clove and add to the
mixture. Process until smooth. (If necessary, add water to create a
smooth mixture.)

Serve warm or at room temperature with grilled bread and vegetables.