Pear and White Bean Velvet Toasts

Ingredients

• sourdough bread slices4
• pear1 large
• white beans, drained and rinsed1 cup
• olive oil1 1/2 tbsp
• lemon juice1 tbsp
• maple syrup1 tsp
• ground fennel1/4 tsp
• salt1/2 tsp
• pepper1/4 tsp
• sunflower seeds2 tbsp
• fresh mint1 tbsp chopped

Method

1. 1Toast the bread slices until crisp and deeply golden.
2. 2Blend the white beans with olive oil, lemon juice, maple syrup, ground fennel, salt, and pepper until smooth and spreadable.
3. 3Slice the pear thinly.
4. 4Spread the bean cream over the toast, then fan the pear slices on top.
5. 5Sprinkle with sunflower seeds and mint.
6. 6Serve immediately while the toast is still warm and crisp.

Tips

• Use a ripe but firm pear so the slices stay neat and juicy.
• A tiny pinch of chili flakes can add a nice contrast if you want more bite.

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