White Bean Dip with Bacon

Makes About 1 1/2 Cup | Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients

• 4 slices nitrate-free turkey or pork bacon, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1⁄3 cup low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 (19-ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• ¼ cup chopped green onions
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, or to taste
• ¼ teaspoon sea salt
• 1⁄8 teaspoon paprika
• Dash of cayenne pepper

Directions

Sauté the chopped bacon in a nonstick skillet over medium heat until crisp.

Remove the bacon from the pan with a slotted spoon, and set aside. Add the garlic and 1 tablespoon of the broth to the pan; cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently.

Add the remaining broth along with the beans; bring to a boil. Reduce the heat, and simmer, uncovered, for about 3 minutes.

Place the bean mixture and remaining ingredients (except the bacon) in a food processor and process until smooth.

Spoon the mixture into a bowl, and stir in all but 2 tablespoons of the reserved cooked bacon. Sprinkle the dip with the remaining bacon and green onions just before serving.

Use ½ cup as a protein portion for Phase 1. May also be used in Phase 3.

Source:  Haylie Pomroy