White Bean Pate

Directions

1. 1
   In a wide frying pan, combine onion, garlic, and 1/4 cup of the broth.
2. 2
   Cook over medium-high heat, stirring often, until liquid evaporates and onion begins to brown.
3. 3
   To deglaze, add vinegar to pan and stir to loosen the browned bits.
4. 4
   Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until mixture begins to brown again.
5. 5
   Repeat 1 or 2 more times using 2 more tablespoons broth each time; vegetables should be deeply browned.
6. 6
   Add beans to onion mixture and mash coarsely with a spoon.
7. 7
   If necessary, add a little more broth to give the beans a mashed potato consistency.
8. 8
   Season with S&P to taste.
9. 9
   Serve Pate warm or cool with vegetables dippers.
10. 10
    Makes about 1 1/2 cups.