Artichoke & Red Bean Dip with Bread Crisps

By ladygourmet

Ingredients

• 6.5 oz. jar of marinated artichokes
• 1 1/2 cups of red kidney beans - drained
• 4 cloves of garlic
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/2 tsp. black pepper
• 1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes
• 3 tablespoons of olive oil

Details

Preparation time 10mins
Cooking time 10mins
Adapted from livingthegourmet.blogspot.com

Preparation

Step 1

Place the garlic in a small frying pan with the olive oil and red pepper flakes and heat until slightly golden. Remove from the heat and set aside.

In a food processor place the artichokes with 3-4 tablespoons of the artichoke marinade.

Add the beans, sautéed garlic and oil and process until smooth.

Serve with your favorite crackers or bread chips.

To Make Bread Chips:

Place your favorite slice bread on a baking sheet and toast in the oven until golden and crispy. Cool and place in a plastic bag and break into pieces.