• 1 can(s) beans, cannellini, (16 ounces), or navy beans, rinsed and drained
• 2 tablespoon vinegar, balsamic
• 2 teaspoon oil, olive
• 2 tablespoon basil, fresh, thinly sliced
• 1/2 teaspoon sage, fresh, chopped, or rosemary
• 2 clove(s) garlic, minced
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper, red flakes
• pepper and salt

PREP:

In a large bowl, mash the beans with the back of a fork or a hand-held potato masher. Stir in the vinegar, olive oil, basil, sage or rosemary, garlic, and pepper flakes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve immediately with vegetable sticks or whole grain peta bread.

Approximately per serving:  Calories: 210  Total Fat: 3.5 g  Saturated Fat: 0 g  Cholesterol: 0 mg  Sodium: 30 mg  Total Carbohydrate: 33 g Dietary Fiber: 8 g  Protein: 12 g