How to Make White Bean Pate - A Step-by-Step Guide

White bean pate is a delicious and versatile spread that can be used in a variety of dishes. Whether you're looking for a healthy appetizer, a flavorful sandwich spread, or a tasty dip for veggies, this recipe has got you covered. Made with simple, wholesome ingredients, this pate is not only easy to make, but it's also packed with protein and fiber, making it a nutritious choice for any meal.

The star ingredient of this pate is, of course, white beans. These creamy and mild-flavored ...

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Ingredients

  • ½ teaspoon butter, or as needed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ¼ teaspoon ground white pepper
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 shallot, minced
  • 2 cups cannellini (white kidney) beans, rinsed and drained
  • ¼ teaspoon tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons dry sherry
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter
  • salt to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, or as desired
  • 1 pinch paprika, or as desired

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 35 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Lightly grease a serving bowl with butter.
  • Pour olive oil into a skillet; add white pepper, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper. Place the skillet over medium heat and warm the spices until fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Stir shallot into the warm oil and spices; cook and stir until the shallot begins to change color, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Stir cannellini beans and tomato paste into the shallot and spice mixture. Cook and stir while mashing the beans thoroughly, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir sherry and soy sauce through the mashed bean mixture; cook until the liquid evaporates, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Remove the skillet from heat. Stir melted butter through the bean mixture; season with salt. Pack the bean mixture into the prepared bowl.
  • Chill in refrigerator at least 1 hour; garnish with parsley and paprika to serve.
  • Nutrition

    90 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 5mg
    • Sodium: 210mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 11g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 25mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 39mg