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Italian Bread Dipping Oil

Italian Bread Dipping Oil Recipe

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 garlic clove, grated
  • 2 tbsp freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp dried basil
  • 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Method
 

  1. Grate the garlic into a small bowl, add the olive oil, and stir for 15 seconds.
  2. Add the oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, a pinch of salt, and a few cracks of black pepper. Whisk in the balsamic vinegar and let sit for 5 minutes.
  3. Spoon the oil into a shallow bowl, top with the Parmesan, and give it a gentle swirl. Serve with warm bread.

Notes

Let the oil rest for at least 5 minutes before serving—10 minutes is even better. If you are making it ahead, refrigerate without the Parmesan for up to 3 days and bring it to room temperature before adding the cheese and serving.