Bean pate

Bean pâté is a delicious, plant-based spread that's both nutritious and easy to make. Here’s a simple recipe for a white bean pâté:

Ingredients:

• 1 can (15 oz) white beans (like cannellini or navy beans), drained and rinsed
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or fresh if you have it)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor
• Optional: fresh herbs for garnish (like parsley or chives)

Instructions:

1. Blend the Ingredients: In a food processor, combine the white beans, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, thyme, salt, and pepper. If you're using nutritional yeast, add that too.

2. Process Until Smooth: Blend until the mixture is creamy and smooth. You can add a little water or more olive oil if you want a thinner consistency.

3. Taste and Adjust: Taste the pâté and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice according to your preference.

4. Chill: Transfer the pâté to a serving dish, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors develop.

5. Serve: Serve chilled with crackers, toasted bread, or vegetable sticks. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

This bean pâté is versatile and can be customized with different herbs and spices to suit your taste! Enjoy!