Monthly Meal Idea: Spicy Bean and Aubergine Dip
Ingredients:
1 medium aubergine, chopped roughly
Red onion, peeled and chopped
1 green chilli, chopped (seeds left in for extra heat!)
2 garlic cloves
Olive oil
Large tin of butter or borlotti beans
Handful of fresh basil
100g Feta cheese (optional)
Method:
- Fry the aubergine, onion, chilli, garlic and basil in olive oil until softened.
- Add the beans and fry until all the ingredients are cooked and slightly golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly.
- Put all the ingredients and the feta cheese into a food processor (or hand blender) and mix until smooth. You can adjust the consistency to your liking.
- Serve with oatcakes and a green salad.