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Olive Oil Dip with Warm Bread Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Description

This Olive Oil Dip with Warm Bread is a simple yet flavorful appetizer perfect for any gathering. Featuring fragrant extra virgin olive oil infused with garlic, herbs, red pepper flakes, and optional Parmesan cheese, it pairs beautifully with warm crusty bread, making it an inviting starter or snack.

Ingredients

Dip Ingredients

  • ½ cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 2 cloves Garlic, finely minced
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil
  • ½ teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Grated Parmesan Cheese (optional)

Bread

  • 1 loaf Warm Crusty Bread

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for warming the bread.
  2. Mix dip: In a small bowl, combine extra virgin olive oil, finely minced garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, black pepper, and grated Parmesan cheese if using. Stir thoroughly to blend the flavors.
  3. Warm bread: Wrap the loaf of crusty bread in foil and place it in the oven. Warm for 10 minutes until it is heated through and soft.
  4. Prepare serving dish: Transfer the seasoned olive oil mixture into a shallow serving dish for easy dipping.
  5. Slice bread: Carefully remove the bread from the oven and unwrap the foil. Slice the bread into pieces suitable for dipping.
  6. Finish dip: Drizzle a little extra olive oil over the dip to add a glossy, appealing finish.
  7. Serve and enjoy: Present the warm sliced bread alongside the olive oil dip and enjoy this delicious, aromatic appetizer.

Notes

  • You can customize the spice level by adjusting the amount of crushed red pepper flakes.
  • For a cheesy twist, include the grated Parmesan cheese; omit it for a dairy-free version.
  • Use freshly minced garlic instead of pre-minced for the best flavor.
  • If crusty bread is unavailable, substitute with any warm, sturdy bread like baguette or ciabatta.
  • Store leftover dip in the refrigerator and bring to room temperature before serving again.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/olive-oil-dip-with-warm-bread-recipe/