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Creamy White Bean & Thyme Dip with Roasted Garlic and Hot Honey
This creamy, smooth, and silky white bean and thyme dip is giving everything—and then some. It’s the kind of recipe that works just as well dressed up for a dinner party as it does casually served with crackers on the couch. Best part? The whole thing comes together for under $5 USD. Affordable and delicious? Yes please.
I roasted the garlic to bring out that sweet, mellow richness, and added a drizzle of hot honey for the perfect sweet-heat kick. And let me just say—this is the first time I’ve used fresh thyme from my garden, and it made all the difference. Earthy, aromatic, and just a little fancy.
Whether you’re snacking, sharing, or showing off—this dip is a winner.
Even Indy was tempted—drawn in by the roasted garlic aroma and clearly plotting a stealthy taste test when I turned my back. Safe to say, she’s a fan of the smell (a little too much, honestly). But don’t worry, Dakota and I managed to keep the bowl safe and sound—and yes, we absolutely devoured it. No crumbs left behind.
Creamy White Bean & Thyme Dip
Equipment
- Immersion handheld blender
Ingredients
- 1 Can Cannellini beans
- 4 Cloves Garlic
- 1 tsp Sea salt
- 1 Handful Thyme leaves half to mix into dip and other half for garnish
- 1 tbsp Olive oil extra virgin
- 1 Pinch Coarse pepper
Instructions
- Roast the Garlic Until Golden and SweetPreheat your oven to 370°F (188°C). Place whole garlic cloves on a sheet of aluminum foil, drizzle with a bit of olive oil, then wrap them up snugly. Roast for 1 hour, until the garlic is soft, caramelized, and packed with flavor. Let it cool slightly before handling.
- Prep Your Creamy Cannellini Bean BaseDrain and rinse one can of cannellini beans. Add them to a mixing bowl along with the roasted garlic cloves, remaining olive oil, and a generous pinch of salt and black pepper.
- Blend It to Smooth PerfectionUse an immersion blender to blend everything until ultra-creamy. Once smooth, stir in half of the fresh thyme leaves to add a burst of earthy flavor.
- Plate and Add a Sweet, Spicy FinishScoop the dip into your serving bowl. Drizzle with hot honey for a touch of heat and sweetness, then sprinkle the remaining thyme leaves on top. Serve with toasted bread, crackers, or fresh veggies—and dig in!
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