Cannellini Bean Salad With Parsley Pesto Recipe

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   Place the beans in a colander and rinse under cool running water.

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   Drain.

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   Heat 3 Tbsp.

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   of the oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

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   Add in the onions and 1 1/2 tsp.

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   of the garlic and cook till soft and fragrant, about 2 min.

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   Add in the liquid removed beans, 4 tsp.

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   of the lemon juice, 1/4 tsp.

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   of the salt, the black pepper and cayenne, and cook, stirring, till softened and warmed through, 3 min.

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    Remove from the pan and transfer to a decorative platter.

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    Sprinkle with the Parmesan.

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    In a blender or possibly bowl of a small food processor, combine the parsley, remaining 1 1/2 tsp.

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    of garlic, 2 tsp.

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    of lemon juice and 1/4 tsp.

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    of salt in a blender or possibly small food processor.

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    Process on high speed for 30 seconds.

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    Add in the remaining 1/3 c. oil with the motor running and process till smooth.

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    Adjust seasoning, to taste.

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    Drizzle the parsley pesto over the beans and serve with the toast for dipping.

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    This recipe yields 6 servings.

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