mashed white bean base (good with scallops, fish etc)

One can canolinni beans 
one anchovy fillet diced
one clove garlic diced
small shallot diced
olive oil
1/2 water
seasonings (thyme oregano, whatever...)

fry shallot, anchovy, garlic and a touch of crushed read chile in a glug of olive oil. add beans and fry for a minute or two add water to cover and reduce to paste. salt when done.