Weight Watchers Garlicky White Bean Dip

Antifreesz's Note:

From WW Slow Good Cookbook! 1/4 cup =2 points If dip is too dry after mashing, stir in warm water, 2 tablespoons at a time, until it becomes thick and spreadable.

• Total Time: 3 hrs 5 mins
• Prep Time: 5 mins
• Cook Time: 3 hrs

Ingredients:

Yield: 12 1/4 cups

• 3 (15 1/2 ounce) cans cannellini beans
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
• 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil, extra virgin
• 2 teaspoons dried sage
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 pepper, freshly ground
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Directions:

1. Place the beans,water, cheese, garlic, oil, sage, oregano, salt, and pepper in a 5 or 6 quart slow cooker, mix well.
2. Cover and cook until the cheese melts and the garlic is soft, 1-2 hours on high or 3-4 hours on low.
3. Add lemon juice and zest,coursely mash the bean mixture with a potato masher, stick wand or large wooden spoon until blended.