Tuscan White Bean Bruschetta

Tuscan White Bean Bruschetta
Serves: 6-8

Ingredients:
1 loaf (8oz) Italian crusty bread
1 can white kidney beans or cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tsp minced fresh sage leaves
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp pepper
3 Tbsp olive oil
3 tsp minced fresh parsley
2 garlic cloves, each cut in half
diced tomatoes, optional

Directions:
Cut of ends of bread and throw away. Slice loaf diagonally into 1/2 inch thick slices. In medium bowl with fork lightly mash beans and mix lemon juice, sage, salt, pepper, 1 Tbsp olive oil, and 2 tsp parsley. Grill bread pieces over medium heat for 3-5 minutes on each side. Rub 1 side of each peice with cut side of garlic. Brush bread pieces with remaining olive oil. Before serving, top bread with bean mixture and sprinkle with remaining parsley.

*Picture from Rolling Pin