White Bean Ranch Dip Food

FRESH HERB WHITE BEAN RANCH DIP

Steps:

• If dry, soak beans overnight in cold water, under refrigeration. Cook until very tender, strain and cool. If canned, drain and rinse and place in a bowl.
• Combine all ingredients in a food processor or blender to process until smooth and creamy.

WHITE BEAN DIP

Steps:

• For the beans: Put the beans in a bowl and cover with cold water by 3 inches above the top of the beans. Let soak overnight.
• Strain the beans, discarding the soaking liquid. Place them in a pot and cover with water by 3 inches above the top of the beans. Bring to a simmer over medium-low heat and let cook until the beans are tender, 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 45 minutes. Strain and let cool.
• For the dip: Bring 1/2 cup water and 1 tablespoon olive oil to a boil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic, onion and a pinch of salt and simmer until the water reduces down and the onions become translucent and tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the beans and heat until they become warm.
• Meanwhile, add the Worcestershire, vinegar, garlic powder, paprika, hot sauce, 4 tablespoons olive oil and some salt to a food processor. Transfer the bean mixture to the food processor. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil and another pinch of salt. Puree the beans until smooth. Add more oil if needed for taste or texture. Taste for seasoning. Serve with vegetables or crackers.

CREAMY 'RANCH' DRESSING

Steps:

• Process garlic in a food processor fitted with a steel blade until the minced garlic is adhering to sides. Stop processor and scrape down. Add beans, yogurt and ice cube and process until smooth. With the machine running, add lemon juice, salt, and olive oil and process until smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning.
• Scrape into a bowl and stir in chives, tarragon and dill. Serve as a dip or use with crisp salads (it's a bit too thick for delicate lettuces like spring mixes).

SLOW COOKER WHITE BEAN RANCH DIP

Steps:

• Add beans to 3-quart slow cooker, fill with enough water to cover the beans by at least an inch, then add in the garlic. Cover slow cooker and cook on low for about 8 hours or on high for 4 hours, or until beans are very soft.
• Drain beans, reserving the liquid, and place in a blender, along with dips mix, olive oil, dill and salt and pepper, and blend until creamy. If desired, add some of the reserved liquid, about ¼ cup at a time, and continue blending until dip is desired consistency.
• Serve with crackers, vegetables or chips.NOTE: 2 (8 ounce) cans of white beans, drained (liquid reserved), can be substituted for the dried beans and garlic. If canned beans are used, skip Step 1 in the instructions.

WHITE BEAN RANCH DIP

Steps:

• Drain beans and place in food processor. Process until very smooth.
• Add sour cream and dip mix. Process until well mixed.
• Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
• Enjoy with veggies or chips.

WHITE BEAN DIP

Steps:

• Combine the beans, olive oil, vinegar, garlic powder, some salt and pepper and 2 tablespoons cold water in a food processor and blend until smooth. Transfer to a serving bowl, garnish with a drizzle of olive oil and sprinkle with the crushed red pepper. Serve with pita chips.